If Each of Us Relied Exclusively on the Market to Determine

question 108

Multiple Choice

If each of us relied exclusively on the market to determine what to buy, we would probably end up with few, if any:

• A) cars.
• B) bananas.
• C) national parks.
• D) computers.

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Definitions:

Crowd-as-group

A collection of individuals who are present at the same location or event, but act with a shared purpose or group identity.

Crowd-as-mad

The stereotypical view that crowds are irrational, emotional, and capable of violence, overlooking the potential for rational collective behavior.

Crowd Behavior

The study of how individuals in a crowd influence and are influenced by others, often resulting in collective behavior that is different from what they would exhibit individually.

Sports Fans

Individuals passionately interested in following and supporting specific sports, teams, or athletes.