In contrast to early research on the bystander effect, the more dangerous the circumstance and the more clear-cut the physical danger,
A) the less likely an individual is to offer aid
B) the more likely an individual is to contribute to the assault
C) the less likely an additional crime will occur
D) the more likely an individual is to offer aid

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Studies have found that in more dangerous situations, individuals are actually more likely to offer aid rather than less likely, contradicting the original bystander effect research. This may be due to a sense of responsibility and urgency to act in order to prevent harm.

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