Pluralistic ignorance is an example of the power of _____ to inhibit helping.

A) normative social influence
B) urban overload
C) diffusion of responsibility
D) informational social influence

Pluralistic Ignorance

A situation in which individuals rely on others to identify a norm but falsely interpret others’ beliefs and feelings, resulting in inaction.

Normative Social Influence

The influence that leads individuals to conform in order to be accepted and liked by their social group.

Informational Social Influence

A psychological phenomenon where individuals conform to the behavior of others under the belief that these others possess more accurate information, especially in ambiguous situations.