Up to the 1960s, Prosocial Behaviour Was Not Easily Explained

question 38

Multiple Choice

Up to the 1960s, prosocial behaviour was not easily explained by traditional theories of human behaviour because:

• A) prosocial behaviour has many facets.
• B) traditional theories had emphasised people's self-interest.
• C) it is hard to quantify prosocial behaviour.
• D) the Kitty Genovese murder case uncovered a totally new phenomenon.

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Definitions:

Economic Growth

An increase in the production of goods and services over a specific period, leading to a rise in a country's standard of living.

Population Growth

The increase in the number of individuals in a population over a specific period of time.

Real Per Capita Output

The total real output of an economy divided by the population, measuring the average economic output per person in real terms, adjusted for inflation.

Real Output

The quantity of goods and services produced, adjusted for inflation, reflecting the actual productivity of an economy.