People Tend to Act Differently in Groups Than They Do

question 100

Essay

People tend to act differently in groups than they do alone. Describe the two sociological theories presented in Chapter 16 that explain why individual behavior might change in a crowd.

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Definitions:

Cow Feed

Materials fed to cattle, including grass, grains, and sometimes supplements, to maintain or improve health and production.

Consumption

The action of using goods and services to satisfy needs or wants.

Consumption

The act of using goods and services by households, which is a primary component in measuring gross domestic product (GDP) in economics.

Consumer's Surplus

The disparity between what consumers are prepared and can afford to spend on a product or service and the actual amount they end up paying.