Darley and Latané Set Up an Experiment in Which Participants

question 17

Multiple Choice

Darley and Latané set up an experiment in which participants listening over headphones heard another participant suffering a seizure and crying for help.Of participants who believed there were _____ other witnesses,_____ sought to help the victim.

• A)two; none
• B)no; 85 percent
• C)no; 31 percent
• D)four; 85 percent

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Definitions:

Dangerous

Refers to something that is likely to cause harm or injury.

REM Rebound

The phenomenon of increased REM sleep, observed after periods of REM sleep deprivation.

Sleeping Pill

A medication taken to aid in falling asleep or staying asleep.

Caffeine

A mild stimulant found in coffee, tea, and several other plant-based substances.