Sometimes eyewitnesses fail to help someone because (a)they are uncertain about what is happening and (b)they assume that nothing is wrong because no one else seems to be alarmed.This phenomenon is called
A) pluralistic ignorance.
B) diffusion of responsibility.
C) a social responsibility violation.
D) social loafing.

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Pluralistic ignorance refers to the situation where individuals in a group fail to help someone because they assume that nothing is wrong because no one else seems to be alarmed. They may also be uncertain about what is happening and look to others for cues on how to respond. This can lead to a situation where everyone assumes that someone else will take responsibility, and nobody ends up taking action.

Sometimes Eyewitnesses Fail to Help Someone Because (A)they Are Uncertain