Which Statement Is Supported by Evidence from Numerous Studies of the Bystander

question 110

Multiple Choice

Which statement is supported by evidence from numerous studies of the bystander effect?

• A)It is a widespread phenomenon.
• B)It occurs only in urban impoverished areas.
• C)It is limited to contrived laboratory situations.
• D)There is much truth to the old saying that "there is safety in numbers."

Appreciate the role of government and the challenges involved in funding and producing public goods.

Learn the marginal-cost-marginal-benefit rule and its application in determining the optimal provision of public goods.

Understand the concept of cost-benefit analysis and how it applies to public goods.

Understand cognitive dissonance and its impact on attitude change.

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Definitions:

Agreeableness

A personality trait characterized by qualities such as trustworthiness, altruism, kindness, affection, and other prosocial behaviors.

Openness

A personality trait that features the willingness to experience a variety of activities, high curiosity, and an appreciation for art and adventure.

Humanistic Perspectives

A psychological approach that emphasizes the study of the whole person and the uniqueness of each individual's experience, focusing on self-determination and free will.

Trait Theories

Theories in psychology focused on the identification and measurement of consistent personality characteristics and patterns of behavior.