A Student Is Walking in the Hall and Sees Another

question 56

Multiple Choice

A student is walking in the hall and sees another student drop their books. The thought process behind helping the student who dropped the books included a feeling of slight sorrow for them. Which motive best explains this behavior?

• A) Egotism Motive
• B) Empathy Motive
• C) Altruism Motive
• D) Gratitude Motive

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