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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The presence of other people can increase the likelihood of a bystander helping in an emergency situation due to the diffusion of responsibility, but it does not necessarily mean that the absence of other people will result in a decrease in helping behavior. Other factors such as personal characteristics and situational factors can also influence whether someone will offer assistance.

Jake Saw a Man Trip and Fall in the Subway