Asked by armando
Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows.
Greg’s car breaks down on a busy freeway during rush hour. Dozens of cars pass Greg while he desperately tries to push his car onto the shoulder of the road.
In the above scenario, what is the most likely explanation for the behavior of the drivers who pass Greg?
A.
kin selection
B.
social responsibility
C.
bystander effect
D.
social exchange
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C. bystander effect
With many drivers present, individuals are less likely to intervene — responsibility is diffused and people assume someone else will help (and may also interpret the situation as less urgent). Kin selection and social responsibility would predict helping, and social exchange focuses on cost–benefit calculations but doesn't capture the diffusion-of-responsibility seen when many bystanders are present.
With many drivers present, individuals are less likely to intervene — responsibility is diffused and people assume someone else will help (and may also interpret the situation as less urgent). Kin selection and social responsibility would predict helping, and social exchange focuses on cost–benefit calculations but doesn't capture the diffusion-of-responsibility seen when many bystanders are present.
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