Which of the following best describe the phenomenon known as "diffusion of responsibility"?
A) When something bad happens, individuals tend to regard everyone including themselves as equally at fault.
B) When something bad happens, individuals tend to regard themselves as most at fault.
C) When something bad happens, individuals tend to think that only they as individuals have any responsibility to provide aid.
D) When something bad happens, individuals tend to think they have no responsibility.

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Diffusion of responsibility is the tendency of individuals in a group to believe they have no responsibilities (unless explicitly assigned) when a problem arises. It is sometimes known as "Kitty Genovese syndrome" after the case of Kitty Genovese, who was murdered as thirty-eight of her neighbors watched without even contacting the police.

Which of the Following Best Describe the Phenomenon Known as "Diffusion