In General, Helping Behavior in Emergency Situations Is Discouraged by

question 61

Multiple Choice

In general, helping behavior in emergency situations is discouraged by

• A) the presence of a large number of persons.
• B) low costs associated with helping.
• C) smaller social distance between the helper and the victim.
• D) fear of cognitive dissonance.

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Definitions:

Progesterone

A steroid hormone released by the ovaries, important for regulating menstruation and maintaining the early stages of pregnancy.

Endometrium

The mucous membrane lining the interior of the uterus, which thickens during the menstrual cycle in preparation for possible implantation of an embryo.

Human Chorionic Gonadotropin

A hormone produced during pregnancy by the placenta, commonly detected in pregnancy tests.

Fetal Presentation

The position of a fetus within the uterus in relation to the birth canal, classified by the part of the fetus (e.g., head, breech) nearest to the cervix.