Melissa Sometimes Fears That She Will Be Assaulted When She

question 63

Multiple Choice

Melissa sometimes fears that she will be assaulted when she is out alone at night.She makes a small joke and shares a smile with two female strangers while they are all waiting for the elevator in a parking garage late one night.Melissa may realize that

• A)women are more likely than men to help a stranger who is in danger.
• B)overcoming egoism is necessary to increase her feelings of personal safety.
• C)even a trivial warm contact with a stranger increases the likelihood that a stranger will offer help if needed.
• D)she might meet the women again and she wants them to accept the help she offers to them.

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Definitions:

Situational Factors

External factors, such as time and environment, that can influence a person's behavior and decisions in a particular context.

Decision-Making Processes

The cognitive and psychological mechanisms by which individuals or groups select among different options based on values and preferences.

Specific Point

A distinct and precise location or idea.

Standing Room

Areas in a venue, such as a theater or sports arena, where spectators stand to watch the event, typically at a lower cost than seated tickets.