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A car crash woke John from his afternoon nap. When he looked out his apartment window, he saw several people milling around two smashed cars. He decided not to dial 911 because he assumed someone had already called. John’s reaction is an example of

A) the bystander effect.
B) pluralistic compliance.
C) obedience to authority.
D) conformity to social norms

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Answer:

A) The bystander effect

Step-by-step explanation:

When more people are present people are less likely to offer help to someone in need.

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