The Tipping, or Threshold, Models Presented in Chapter 8 Are

question 15

Multiple Choice

The tipping, or threshold, models presented in Chapter 8 are used to explain why the public protests in Eastern Europe in 1989 were a surprise to most political observers, both inside and outside of Eastern Europe. According to the reading and lectures, why are revolutions always going to be a surprise?

• A) revolutions tend to be irrational
• B) preference falsification
• C) revolutionary cascades
• D) none of these

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Definitions:

Nonverbal Gestures

Communication methods that do not involve words, including body language, facial expressions, and hand movements.

Hearing Impairment

A reduction in the ability to perceive sound, ranging from partial to total inability.

Cognitive Dysfunction

Impairment in cognitive function, manifesting as trouble with memory, learning, perception, and problem-solving.

Intellectual Functioning

Describes the level of mental capacity related to intelligence, reasoning, problem solving, and learning.