AP Psychologymediummcq1 pt
The bystander effect refers to
A.less helping as the number of witnesses increases
B.more helping in crowds
C.helping only strangers
D.aggression in groups
Explanation
Core Concept
Each witness assumes someone else will act — diffusion of responsibility, shown in Darley and Latané's smoke-filled-room studies.
Correct Answer
Aless helping as the number of witnesses increases
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