Social psychologists have observed people's willingness to pick up dropped coins or pencils in elevators in order to study the

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The bystander effect is the phenomenon where individuals are less likely to offer help or intervene in an emergency situation when there are other people around. Observing people's willingness to help pick up dropped coins or pencils in elevators can be seen as a subtle form of an emergency situation where help is needed, and the presence of other people can influence whether or not one offers assistance.

Social Psychologists Have Observed People's Willingness to Pick Up Dropped