According to the research of Latané and Darley, which of the following people would someone be the MOST likely to help?

A. a person on the side of the road with a flat tire during rush hour
B. a person asking for help in a crowded stadium parking lot
C. a person falling down coming out of an elevator with only one other person in it
D. a student falling off a ladder outside a full classroom


Answer: C

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