Contagion theory states that people in crowds

a. make their own rules as they go along.
b. carry a plan for their behavior into the crowd.
c. behave in surprisingly "normal' ways.
d. are taken over by a wave of emotion.


d

Sociology

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Which of the following statements most accurately describes a sociological perspective on crime and violence?

A) Sociologists typically study individual-level explanations for crime and violence. B) Sociologists consider the social conditions of society to explain crime and violence. C) Sociologists are highly invested in biological or genetic explanations for crime and violence. D) Sociologists rely mostly on anecdotal experiences of victimization to explain crime and violence.

Sociology

Briefly describe the characteristics of the poor in the United States, in terms of age, gender, and race/ethnicity

What will be an ideal response?

Sociology

The multinational corporation Walmart made less than which of the following countries in 2012?

A. Austria B. China C. Pakistan D. Poland

Sociology

______ appreciate the diversity that other groups bring to the table but tend to emphasize the humanity that we all have in common.

What will be an ideal response?

Sociology