Asked by Alexis Vales on Sep 29, 2024

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The bystander effect predicts that

A) helping behavior increases as physical proximity decreases.
B) people are less likely to help in groups than when they are alone.
C) people are more likely to help in groups than when they are alone.
D) people often refuse help to maintain equity in the social relationship.

Bystander Effect

A social psychological phenomenon wherein individuals are less likely to offer help to a victim when other people are present.

Physical Proximity

The closeness or distance between two or more entities, influencing interactions and relationships.

  • Investigate the mental and societal processes that contribute to the bystander effect and their consequences during crisis scenarios.
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Phanii lanndabout 11 hours ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The bystander effect predicts that people are less likely to help in groups than when they are alone. This is because in a group, individuals may feel a diffusion of responsibility and assume that someone else will take action.