In a situation the presence of others takes the responsibility from the individual. Latané calls this:

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Latané's concept of diffusion of responsibility refers to the tendency for individuals to feel less responsible for taking action in a group setting, as they believe that others will take responsibility for the situation. This can lead to inaction or a lack of intervention in emergency situations, as individuals assume that another person will take responsibility.

In a Situation the Presence of Others Takes the Responsibility