Pluralistic ignorance is most likely to discourage intervention in an emergency when __________.
A) the situation is ambiguous
B) victims are dissimilar to the witnesses
C) experts show the appropriate form of assistance
D) an emergency occurs in an urban setting

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Pluralistic ignorance occurs when individuals in a group believe that others have a better understanding of the situation and therefore do not take action. In an ambiguous situation, where it is unclear what the appropriate action is, individuals are more likely to look to others for cues and may not intervene if they perceive that others are not taking action.

Pluralistic Ignorance Is Most Likely to Discourage Intervention in an Emergency