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Social Movements

Question 7 • CR04258 Sociology

One criticism of resource-mobilization theory is that it

Answer
A
minimizes the importance of deprivation and dissatisfaction.
B
only applies to revolutionary movements.
C
does not apply to movements in industrial societies.
D
only applies to college students.

Explanation

Resource-mobilization theory emphasizes how movements acquire and use resources—such as organization, money, and leadership—to pursue their goals. A common criticism is that it gives too little attention to the deprivation and dissatisfaction that motivate people to join movements. Therefore, the correct choice is “minimizes the importance of deprivation and dissatisfaction.”

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