In which situation is bystander apathy LEAST likely to occur?
A) A thief steals tires from a car parked on a busy street
B) An assailant snatches a purse on a crowded sidewalk
C) An assailant stabs someone in front of a lone jogger in a residential neighborhood
D) A thief steals a muffin from a bakery during the morning rush

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Bystander apathy is least likely to occur in situations where there is only one bystander present, as in the case of a lone jogger. In situations where there are many bystanders, such as on a busy street or crowded sidewalk, the diffusion of responsibility leads to a decreased likelihood of any one person taking action. In the case of a minor theft (such as stealing a muffin), bystanders are less likely to intervene as the crime is not seen as serious.

In Which Situation Is Bystander Apathy LEAST Likely to Occur