Which of the Following Statements Best Defines an Altruistic Act

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best defines an altruistic act?

• A)benefits the performer and another individual
• B)benefits another individual at some cost to the performer
• C)benefits another, related individual at some cost to the performer
• D)imposes a cost on the performer and another individual

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