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Brown's Analysis of the Effects of Group Size on Collective Rebellion

Are people in groups always more likely to rebel than individuals?---According to Roger Brown, the influence of group size on the likelihood of collective rebellion depends on the following factors.

• Numbers only increase the likelihood of rebellion if the tacit beliefs and values of the majority favor rebellious actions.
• There must be an exchange of information so you can learn about the position of others.
• Historical examples indicating the benefits of rebellion must be presented.
• Conformity pressures brought against the minority are used to increase support for the rebellion.