Which of the Following Is a Difference Between Convergence Theory

question 77

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a difference between convergence theory and contagion theory?

• A) Convergence theory argues that a crowd influences an individual, while contagion theory states that individuals affect a crowd.
• B) Convergence theory argues that individuals react spontaneously to a situation, while contagion theory states that individuals develop norms as a situation unfolds.
• C) Convergence theory argues that individuals affect a crowd, while contagion theory states that the crowd affects an individual.
• D) Convergence theory argues that crowds consist of dissimilar individuals, while contagion theory states that crowds consist of like-minded people.
• E) Convergence theory argues that social norms shape crowd behavior, while contagion theory states that crowds are always orderly and focused.

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