What Would Be an Example of a Precipitating Factor in Neil

question 18

Multiple Choice

What would be an example of a precipitating factor in Neil Smelser's theory of social movements?

• A) Tunisian street vendor Mohamed Bouazizi setting himself on fire in protest of the local police's confiscation of his wares
• B) demonstration and riots in Tunisia
• C) the spread of social movements labeled the Arab Spring
• D) the overthrow of Libyan leader Muammar al-Gaddafi

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