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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Social psychological research suggests that in an emergency situation, it is best to identify a particular person, tell him or her that you need help and provide specific instructions. This helps to overcome the "bystander effect," which is when individuals do not take any action in an emergency situation because they assume someone else will take responsibility. By singling out an individual and providing clear instructions, you eliminate ambiguity and increase the likelihood that someone will take action to help.

Suppose That You Are in an Emergency Situation and Need