Mr. Hughes heard what sounded like cries for help from a swimmer located 30 yards from the ocean shoreline. He continued walking along the beach, however, because he figured that one of the many swimmers in the vicinity would provide help if it was needed. His reaction best illustrates the dynamics involved in:
A) the fundamental attribution error.
B) group polarization.
C) the bystander effect.
D) the foot-in-the-door phenomenon.
E) the mere exposure effect.