Many Studies Suggest That We May Be Motivated to Help

question 336

Multiple Choice

Many studies suggest that we may be motivated to help when we see a person in trouble, because of

• A)heightened arousal.
• B)a fear of cognitive dissonance.
• C)a diffusion of responsibility.
• D)the bystander effect.

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Definitions:

Fractional Reserve Banking

A banking system where banks hold only a fraction of the deposits as reserves, using the remainder for loans and advances.

Federal Reserve

The central banking system of the United States, which oversees the country's monetary policy, regulates banks, maintains financial stability, and provides financial services to the government.

Bank Failures

Occurrences where banks are unable to meet their obligations to depositors or become insolvent, often leading to a loss of public confidence and financial instability.

Federal Reserve Governors

Federal Reserve Governors are members of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, which oversees the United States' central banking system.