Lucas Walks Around His Busy University Campus Between Classes

question 58

Multiple Choice

Lucas walks around his busy university campus between classes. He notices smoke coming from the side of the cafeteria, but assumes that someone inside already has called the fire department. What phenomenon does this example illustrate?

• A) the just-world hypothesis
• B) diffusion of responsibility
• C) deindividuation
• D) groupthink

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Definitions:

Outputs

The results or products that emerge from a system, process, or activity, measuring its effectiveness or productivity.

Tight Bureaucracy

A highly structured and rule-oriented form of organization where the adherence to formal procedures and hierarchies is emphasized.

Stable Environment

A situation or setting that is generally unchanging and predictable, offering a consistent context for operations or behavior.

Adequate Supervision

The provision of guidance, direction, and oversight by a superior to ensure that tasks are performed effectively and efficiently.