What Does Research on Cultural Differences in Defining Altruism Suggest

question 73

Multiple Choice

What does research on cultural differences in defining altruism suggest about societal engagement in altruistic behavior?

• A) Social engagement in altruism is much more effective in Western cultures.
• B) Altruistic behavior is normalized in small countries, where it is necessary for survival.
• C) Helping behavior can be part of normal behavior within a society.
• D) Large countries will not see the normalization of helping behaviors, as the rewards are not great enough.

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Definitions:

Social Context

The environmental and interpersonal relationships which influence the behaviors, beliefs, and attitudes of individuals.

Internal Validity

The degree to which changes in the dependent variable are due to the manipulation of the independent variable.

Placebo Effect

A phenomenon where patients improve or symptoms are alleviated after receiving a treatment that has no therapeutic effect, attributed to the patient's belief in the treatment's efficacy.

Sensory Deprivation

A condition in which an individual experiences a significant reduction in sensory input, which can lead to various cognitive and psychological effects.