Maya Experiences a Deep Emotional Reaction When She Speaks to Stephanie

question 81

Multiple Choice

Maya experiences a deep emotional reaction when she speaks to Stephanie about the death of Stephanie's son. Maya imagines herself in Stephanie's situation and feels

• A) empathy.
• B) sympathy.
• C) conscience.
• D) guilt.

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