What Did Batson and Colleagues Suggest About Altruism

question 11

Multiple Choice

What did Batson and colleagues suggest about altruism?

• A) all altruistic behaviors are motivated by an underlying sense of egotism
• B) being altruistic is an entirely learned behavior
• C) individuals higher in empathy are more likely to help those in need
• D) negative emotions motivate altruistic behavior only when physical or psychological escape is not possible

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