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jerry coleman · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

A bystander may ultimately decide not to help when confronted with an emergency situation if the ________.

A) bystander believes the person who needs help is not responsible for the situation
B) person who needs help has the same facial expression as the bystander
C) bystander likes the person who needs help
D) bystander was in a particularly positive mood before encountering the emergency
E) bystander fears potential negative consequences of trying to help

Question 2

A bystander can offer effective direct help only if the ________.

A) person in need of help accepts the offer of assistance
B) bystander has the knowledge and or skills to act in a helpful way
C) person in need of help asks the bystander for assistance
D) bystander and the person in need of help are related in some way
E) bystander is part of a larger group of helpful individuals