What Term Do Psychologists Use for the Phenomenon That Occurs

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Multiple Choice

What term do psychologists use for the phenomenon that occurs when people are less likely to aid a person in trouble if there are other people around who are also potential helpers?

• A) bystander effect
• B) sole-witness effect
• C) subtle aggressive effect
• D) antisocial behavior effect

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Definitions:

Expected Value

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Dipstick

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Lemons

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