Question

question 11
2 pts
the ________ theory argues that collective behavior is guided by norms that emerge in response to a situation, and as a result, the behavior of those in the crowd is structured to fit within the collective action.

value-added
contagion
emergent norm
assembling perspective

Explanation:

Identify the key definition in the prompt

The prompt describes a theory of collective behavior where norms "emerge in response to a situation" to guide and structure the behavior of individuals in a crowd.

Evaluate the given options

• Value-added theory: Focuses on several structural conditions that must be met for collective behavior to occur.
• Contagion theory: Assumes individuals in a crowd lose their individuality and sweep up in a collective hypnotic-like state.
• Emergent norm theory: Directly argues that crowd behavior is guided by unique, newly developed norms that emerge dynamically in response to a specific situation.
• Assembling perspective: Focuses on the processes by which individuals gather together in the same place.

Select the correct match

The description matches "Emergent norm" theory.

Answer:

• Value-added
• Contagion
• Emergent norm (Correct answer)
• Assembling perspective