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School-yard monitoring and bullying detection: from the recess scenarios provided, select the situation that most clearly indicates bullying behavior warranting immediate report to the principal.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: Four girls are surrounding another girl and seem to have possession of her backpack.

Explanation:

Identify behavior involving intimidation, power imbalance, and possible coercion.


  • Given data
    Bullying indicators: group surrounding a peer, control of the peer's property, potential threat or coercion.

Concept/Approach
Prioritize student safety and report scenarios with clear signs of harassment over minor rule violations or typical disputes.
Step-by-Step evaluation
1) Option B shows a power imbalance (four vs. one) and possession of victim's backpack ⇒ strong bullying signal.2) Option A indicates withdrawal but not aggression.3) Option C is a routine competitive dispute.4) Option D is a rules issue (device ban), not bullying.
Verification/Alternative
Bullying policies emphasize physical encirclement and control of belongings as red flags requiring immediate intervention.
Common pitfalls
Equating every conflict (e.g., sports argument) with bullying; overlooking the key element of power imbalance.
Final Answer
Four girls surrounding another girl with her backpack (Option B)
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