Recall That Participants in an Experiment Described in the Text

question 177

Multiple Choice

Recall that participants in an experiment described in the text (Toi & Batson, 1982) listened to an (alleged) radio interview in which a student in their introductory psychology class described an accident that caused her to fall behind in the course. Some participants were told that Carol would soon be returning to their class. According to the research, why is this referred to as a "high cost" condition?

• A) Carol was still in a wheelchair, and it would be hard for her to get to class.
• B) Every time participants saw her, they would feel guilty if they didn't help her.
• C) Participants would have to go out of their way to copy their notes for Carol.
• D) Every time participants saw her, they would be able to empathize with her.

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Definitions:

Price Ceilings

A government-imposed limit on how high a price is charged for a product.

Supply Curve

A graphical representation of the relationship between the price of a good and the quantity of that good that suppliers are willing to produce and sell.

Demand To Supply

This term reflects the relationship and balance between consumer demand for goods and services and the supply provided by producers.

Decrease In Supply

A reduction in the total amount of a good or service that is available to consumers, often leading to higher prices.