Mr. Hughes heard what sounded like cries for help from a swimmer located 30 yards from the ocean shoreline. He continued walking along the beach,however,because he figured that one of the many swimmers in the vicinity would provide help if it was needed. His reaction best illustrates the dynamics involved in the

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The bystander effect occurs when individuals are less likely to intervene in an emergency situation when others are present. In this scenario, Mr. Hughes assumed that someone else would provide help and did not take action himself, which is an example of the bystander effect.

Mr Hughes Heard What Sounded Like Cries for Help from a Swimmer