Ask the Experts Video 10: Catherine Borshuk on AltruismClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 303 and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test and answer the following question:Now that you've learned about altruistic behavior, and in particular about the bystander effect and the diffusion of responsibility, how do you feel about bystanders who fail to intervene in emergency situations? Do you think they should be prosecuted for not helping? Why or why not?

What will be an ideal response?


Varies.

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