Which of these is NOT likely to be a characteristic of a successful social movement organization?
A) The members of the SMO must actively participate in order to gain the benefits of any victories.
B) The organization has a centralized bureaucratic structure.
C) The SMO has successfully isolated itself from other organizations in order to work independently.
D) Organization members get along and do not fight with each other over leadership issues.

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Successful social movement organizations often work in collaboration with other organizations in order to build coalitions and gain support. Isolating oneself from other organizations can hinder the movement's success. Additionally, a centralized bureaucratic structure (B), active member participation (A), and minimal internal conflicts (D) are often characteristics of successful social movement organizations.

Which of These Is NOT Likely to Be a Characteristic