A Stranger Has Collapsed on a City Sidewalk Because of a Heart

question 13

Multiple Choice

A stranger has collapsed on a city sidewalk because of a heart attack.According to Darley and Latané,what is the first thing that must happen before you help in this emergency?

• A)You must recognize the event as life-threatening.
• B)You must assume responsibility for helping.
• C)You must notice the stranger.
• D)You must make sure the victim is alone and truly in need of help.

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