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Kandis Myren
on Dec 25, 2024
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Samantha just had her purse stolen while walking down Fifth Avenue in New York City, which is a very busy part of Manhattan. She screamed loudly. Several people looked in her direction, but nobody stopped walking or made an attempt to help. She immediately broke down in tears and trembled for 10 minutes until she could walk to her car. This is an example of ________.
A) democracy
B) the bystander effect
C) diffusion of effects
D) flaws in the judicial system
Bystander Effect
The phenomenon in which individuals are less likely to offer help to a victim when other people are present.
Fifth Avenue
A major thoroughfare in Manhattan, New York City, known for its high-end shops and landmarks.
Manhattan
A densely populated borough of New York City, known for its significant cultural, financial, media, and entertainment industries.
- Comprehend the diffusion of responsibility principle and the phenomenon of the bystander effect.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the diffusion of responsibility principle and the phenomenon of the bystander effect.