Jake saw a man trip and fall in the subway station. Because no one else was in the subway station at the time, Jake is much less likely to try to help the man than if other people were around.

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Research has shown that the presence of other people can lead to diffusion of responsibility, where individuals feel less accountable for helping and assume someone else will take action. However, it is not always the case that individuals will not help when alone. It ultimately depends on the individual's personal characteristics and beliefs.

Jake Saw a Man Trip and Fall in the Subway