Alan is part of a group protesting the reductions in student financial aid at Boston University. He is presently a junior and is protesting because without financial aid, he cannot complete his degree

Based on Turner and Killian's identification of the type of people who participate in collective behavior, Alan would be considered a(n) ________.
A) curious spectator
B) exploiter of the situation
C) insecure participant
D) ego-involved participant


D

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A. eighteen B. twelve C. eight D. five

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a. They must go through the Family Court and obtain a formal dissolution. b. The couples split up informally. Since they are not really married they do not need a formal dissolution. c. The couple must notify the county registrar in writing with both signatures. d. Either member of the couple may notify the county registrar in writing with one notarized signature.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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