What term refers to the idea that the more people are present when an accident occurs, the less likely people will be to help?

a. ?the bystander effect
b. ?pluralistic ignorance
c. ?diffusion of responsibility
d. ?social exclusion

ANSWER:
a

Psychology

You might also like to view...

What research finding is most supported with regard to the grief-work perspective?

a. That grief is very similar across cultures b. That bereaved individuals must experience deeply painful emotions in order to cope successfully with the loss c. That grief tends to be delayed d. That too much ruminating may backfire and actually prolong psychological distress rather than to relieve it

Psychology

Which of the following statements is true of nicotine?

A) It hinders the discharge of adrenaline. B) It increases appetite. C) It stimulates the release of neurotransmitters. D) It reduces the metabolic rate.

Psychology