Stemming from the urban overload hypothesis, consider what you would do in the following situation. You have just run over a nail with your car during a long road trip, but luckily you have run-flat tires and can drive up to fifty miles before your tire will deflate. Based on what you know from the urban overload hypothesis, where should you drive to if you were going to seek help from strangers for your tire?
A) the nearest major city
B) the nearest moderately sized city
C) a completely deserted road
D) a small, rural town

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The urban overload hypothesis suggests that larger cities are associated with decreased levels of pro-social behavior, while smaller communities and rural areas are associated with increased levels of pro-social behavior. Therefore, it would be best to drive to a small, rural town to seek help from strangers for your tire.

Stemming from the Urban Overload Hypothesis, Consider What You Would