Which of the Following Is a Difference Between Convergence Theory

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a difference between convergence theory and contagion theory?

A) Convergence theory argues that a crowd influences an individual, while contagion theory states that individuals affect a crowd.
B) Convergence theory argues that individuals react spontaneously to a situation, while contagion theory states that individuals develop norms as a situation unfolds.
C) Convergence theory argues that individuals affect a crowd, while contagion theory states that the crowd affects an individual.
D) Convergence theory argues that crowds consist of dissimilar individuals, while contagion theory states that crowds consist of like-minded people.
E) Convergence theory argues that social norms shape crowd behavior, while contagion theory states that crowds are always orderly and focused.