In an experiment in which students took part in a discussion over an intercom,one "student" pretended to have an epileptic seizure.Regarding the degree of bystander intervention shown in this experiment,which of the following responded the most consistently and the quickest?
A) subjects who thought they were alone with the "victim"
B) subjects in the three-person groups
C) subjects in the six-person groups
D) all participants helped and within approximately the same reaction time

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The subjects who thought they were alone with the "victim" responded the most consistently and quickly. This is because the presence of others can diffuse responsibility, making individuals less likely to intervene. However, when participants believe they are the only ones present, they feel a greater sense of responsibility and are more likely to take action.

In an Experiment in Which Students Took Part in a Discussion