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Meaning of 3.5% rule | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

The observation that nonviolent resistance campaigns involving at least 3.5% of the population are likely to achieve political change.

Examples

“Regarding the “3.5% rule”, she [Erica Chenoweth] points out that while 3.5% is a small minority, such a level of active participation probably means many more people tacitly agree with the cause.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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