Lorenzo, who was busy working in his room, could hear a baby crying nearby but did not bother to go out and check thinking that his neighbors would probably do so. This is an example of ________.

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Lorenzo's assumption that others (his neighbors) would check on the crying baby instead of him taking action is an example of diffusion of responsibility. This psychological phenomenon occurs when individuals in a group assume that someone else will take action, leading to inaction on their part.

Lorenzo, Who Was Busy Working in His Room, Could Hear