The Bystander Effect Refers to the Finding That an Observer

question 9

Multiple Choice

The bystander effect refers to the finding that an observer of an emergency is less likely to help if the _____.

• A) emergency takes place in a big city
• B) emergency is being observed by other people
• C) observer has just endured a frustrating experience
• D) observer has been exposed to many similar emergencies in the past

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