A group of six college students observe a fellow student stumble and fall down a flight of stairs. No one goes to check to see if the student needs help. Which of the following statements BEST illustrates diffusion of responsibility?

a. "I didn't want to embarrass the student who fell by making a big deal about it.".
b. "I was pretty far away when it happened.".
c. "I don't know first aid.".
d. "I thought someone else would go help.".


D

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