Research on "bystander apathy" reveals that people often fail to help when other possible helpers are nearby due to a "diffusion of responsibility." Explaining this perplexing problem meets which goal of psychology?
A)description
B)prediction
C)understanding
D)control

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Understanding the reasons behind bystander apathy, such as the diffusion of responsibility, aligns with the goal of understanding why people behave the way they do.

Research on "Bystander Apathy" Reveals That People Often Fail to Help