Which Theorist Was Responsible for the Development of Contagion Theory

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which theorist was responsible for the development of contagion theory?

• A) Clark McPhail
• B) Gustave Le Bon
• C) Robert Park
• D) Herbert Blumer

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