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:

Discriminates

The act of unjustly distinguishing or treating people differently based on characteristics such as race, age, gender, etc.

Higher Costs

Situations in which the expenses related to producing or obtaining goods and services increase, leading to a rise in prices or a squeeze on profit margins.

Labor-Market Discrimination

The differential treatment of individuals in the labor market based on race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, or other non-relevant factors that reduces prospects for equal opportunity employment.

Science And Math

Fields of study focused on understanding the natural world through observation and experimentation, and applying mathematical principles to quantify relationships, respectively.