Suppose that you are in an emergency situation and need help. Social psychological research suggests that your BEST bet is to ____.
A)try to move to a more crowded area where many people will see you
B)identify a particular person, tell him or her that you need help, and tell him or her precisely what to do
C)repeatedly say the words help or I need help so that there is no ambiguity about the nature of the situation
D)simply scream at the top of your lungs until someone helps you

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Research in social psychology, particularly the studies on the bystander effect, suggests that people are more likely to help in emergency situations when they are directly addressed and given specific instructions. This is because direct appeal reduces ambiguity and diffusion of responsibility, making it clear who is being asked for help and what needs to be done.

Suppose That You Are in an Emergency Situation and Need