The Ultimate Goal of Altruism Is to ______________, and the Ultimate

question 78

Multiple Choice

The ultimate goal of altruism is to ______________, and the ultimate goal of egoism is to ________________.

• A) contribute to another's welfare; contribute to one's own welfare.
• B) contribute to one's own welfare; contribute to one's own welfare.
• C) contribute to another's welfare; contribute to one's own welfare as well as another's welfare.
• D) diminish one's own welfare; contribute to one's own welfare.

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Definitions:

Voluntary Control

The ability to consciously control bodily movements, as opposed to involuntary movements which occur without conscious choice.

Broca's Area

A region in the frontal lobe of the dominant hemisphere (usually the left) of the brain with functions linked to speech production.

Brain Damage

Injury to the brain that impairs its functions, potentially leading to cognitive, physical, emotional, or behavioral impairments.

Limbic System

A sophisticated network of neural pathways and brain regions, located near the cortex's periphery, that is responsible for basic emotional responses and drives, focusing on areas related to mood and instinct.