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Bystander effect
Contributed by: Parkin
  • 1. What is the bystander effect?
A) A behavior that encourages individuals to intervene in group settings.
B) A study that shows people are more likely to help when alone.
C) A phenomenon where individuals are less likely to offer help in an emergency situation when other people are present.
D) An instinctual response to assist in any emergency situation.
  • 2. In which year was the term 'bystander effect' first introduced?
A) 1975.
B) 1982.
C) 1968.
D) 1990.
  • 3. Which factor contributes to the bystander effect?
A) Diffusion of responsibility.
B) Strong individualistic values.
C) Rapid decision-making skills.
D) Heightened sense of personal responsibility.
  • 4. How can increasing awareness of the bystander effect help reduce its impact?
A) Educating individuals about the phenomenon and its consequences.
B) Ignoring the presence of others in emergency situations.
C) Encouraging people to solely rely on group decision-making.
D) Promoting an individualistic attitude in group settings.
  • 5. What can individuals do to overcome the bystander effect?
A) Rely on social norms to guide behavior.
B) Assume someone else will help and walk away.
C) Avoid getting involved in emergency situations.
D) Take personal responsibility and intervene.
  • 6. What is the 'diffusion of responsibility' concept in the context of the bystander effect?
A) People respond more efficiently in groups rather than alone.
B) People selectively assign responsibility to others in emergency situations.
C) People feel more personal responsibility to respond when others are present.
D) People feel less personal responsibility to respond when others are present.
  • 7. How does the bystander effect influence emergency response time?
A) It has no effect on emergency response time.
B) It speeds up emergency response time.
C) It delays emergency response time.
D) It only affects individual response time.
  • 8. What is the 'noticing' step in the bystander intervention process?
A) Being aware of an emergency situation.
B) Deciding whether to intervene.
C) Taking direct action to help.
D) Assessing the risks involved.
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