In which of the two societies below is a revolution more likely to occur?
Γ = {0, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 2, 10} δ = {0, 1, 1, 7, 7, 8, 8, 8, 9, 10}
A) γ
B) δ

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A revolution is more likely to occur in society γ because it has a higher level of inequality. Society γ has one individual who has significantly more wealth than the others, while society δ has a more equal distribution of wealth. High levels of inequality have been linked to political instability and social unrest, making society γ more prone to revolution.

In Which of the Two Societies Below Is a Revolution