According to Darley and Latané's Research, the Greater the Number

question 45

Multiple Choice

According to Darley and Latané's research, the greater the number of individuals who witness a person in trouble, the

• A) more likely it is that any one person will help the person in need.
• B) more sympathy any one person will feel toward the person in need.
• C) less likely it is that any one person will help the person in need.
• D) the less sympathy any one person will feel toward the person in need.

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Definitions:

Scientific Method

A systematic process used for investigation and acquiring knowledge through observation, experimentation, and hypothesis testing.

Hypothesis

A proposed explanation for an observation or phenomenon, set forth as a basis for further investigation.

Experiment

A study of causal relationships in which the researcher manipulates an independent variable to examine its effect on a dependent variable.

Meta-analysis

A statistical technique used to combine the results of multiple studies on a specific topic to derive a comprehensive understanding of the research area.