Alexander,a young graduate,is late for his interview and rushes through a subway.He finds an old woman tripping and falling right in front of him.Instead of helping her,he rushes toward the exit.According to Darley and Batson's research (1973),Alexander's apathy toward the old woman in this scenario is because of ________.

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According to Darley and Batson's research (1973), time pressures can lead to decreased empathy and a decreased likelihood of helping others. Alexander was in a rush to make his interview on time and this time pressure may have caused him to ignore the needs of the old woman.

Alexander,a Young Graduate,is Late for His Interview and Rushes Through