Question

text-dependent questions directions: for the following questions, choose the best answer or respond in complete sentences. 1. which of the following best summarizes the central idea of the text? a. the actions of a large group can greatly influence an individuals actions. b. herd behavior suggests that there are limits to human beings free will. c. crowds always become violent and chaotic when individuals begin to panic d. even when acting alone, humans are not as advanced as we would like to think. 2 according to this article, what happens to a persons sense of individuality when they follow a larger group? a it shuts down. b. it grows weaker. c it grows stronger. d. it remains the same. 3. which statement best describes the relationship between the stock market and herd behavior? a. stock market employees work in a constant state of anxiety, much like herd animals. b. stock market bubbles and crashes are sometimes caused by herd behavior but are most often caused by fear. c. herd behavior contributes to stock market changes because it compels stockbrokers to act on emotion rather than reason. d. both herd behavior and the stock market are motivated mainly by greed, which prevents people from using logic and reason. 4. why does the author likely include the final section titled “everyday decision - making” in the article? a. to show how herd behavior can affect us daily b. to show that herd behavior also occurs in smaller groups c. to demonstrate how herd behavior allows individuals to avoid risks d. to acknowledge that herd behavior is a problem that everyone faces

Explanation:

1. Herd behavior is about group - influence on individuals. Option A best captures this as the central idea.
2. When people follow a larger group, their sense of individuality weakens as they conform.
3. Herd behavior in the stock market causes brokers to act emotionally, contributing to market changes.
4. The "Everyday Decision - Making" section shows how herd behavior impacts daily life.

Answer:

1. A. The actions of a large group can greatly influence an individual's actions.
2. B. It grows weaker.
3. C. Herd behavior contributes to stock market changes because it compels stockbrokers to act on emotion rather than reason.
4. A. to show how herd behavior can affect us daily