The tragic murder of Kitty Genovese outside her New York apartment stimulated social-psychology research on

A) altruism.
B) the mere exposure effect.
C) equity.
D) the effects of self-disclosure.

Kitty Genovese

Refers to a case from the 1960s that became a symbol of urban apathy, wrongly cited for years as evidence that numerous neighbors heard her cries for help but did nothing.

Altruism

The selfless concern for the well-being of others, often resulting in actions that benefit others at a personal cost.

Social-Psychology Research

The examination of how the presence of others, whether real, perceived, or suggested, affects individuals' mental processes, emotions, and actions.