Question

question 14 pluralistic ignorance occurs when a a person relies on other people to gauge whether help is needed, and then decide to do nothing. b a person ignores the needs of another person who is in obvious need of assistance. c a person relies on cues from other people to determine the best time to help, and then act too late. d everyone goes to help, but then discovers that the person doesnt actually need help.

Explanation:

Pluralistic ignorance occurs when individuals in a group rely on others' inaction or cues to decide whether help is needed and thus may fail to act. Option A describes this phenomenon where people look to others to gauge the situation and may not offer help even if it's required. Options B - D do not accurately define pluralistic ignorance.

Answer:

A. a person relies on other people to gauge whether help is needed, and then decide to do nothing.