People in a group (especially a group of strangers) are less likely to offer help to a person in need than is a single individual. Of the following, which is the best explanation for this tendency?

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Diffusion of responsibility occurs in groups when individuals feel that the responsibility for taking action is shared among the group members, leading to a decreased likelihood of any single person taking action to help someone in need.

People in a Group (Especially a Group of Strangers) Are