The spread of gossip among students seated in a classroom would best be characterized as ________ diffusion.
A) expansion
B) hierarchical

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Expansion diffusion occurs when a trend or idea spreads outwards from a central point or group, without regard for social status or other factors. Gossip in a classroom would likely spread in this way, as students share information and rumors with their peers without a specific hierarchy or pattern. Hierarchical diffusion, on the other hand, would suggest that only certain students (such as those with high social status) spread gossip to others, creating a distinct pattern of influence.

The Spread of Gossip Among Students Seated in a Classroom