Which of the Following Explanations for Not Calling 911 Is

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following explanations for not calling 911 is an example of the influence of apparently calm bystanders on helping?

• A) "I was going to stop and make the phone call, but I was already late for the job interview."
• B) "I'm not in the medical profession."
• C) "I was in a bad mood. I just didn't need the hassle of getting involved."
• D) "I didn't think the guy was really choking on the food because no one else seemed alarmed."

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