According to the Empathy-Altruism Hypothesis, Altruistic Behavior Is Primarily the Result

question 103

Multiple Choice

According to the empathy-altruism hypothesis, altruistic behavior is primarily the result of

• A) feeling another person's pain.
• B) rewards and costs.
• C) personal distress.
• D) evolution and sympathy

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Definitions:

Misdemeanors

Less serious criminal offenses that are punishable by fines or imprisonment for less than a year, typically in a county jail.

Act of Commission

A positive action or deed that violates a law or legal obligation, leading to liability.

Act of Omission

Failure to take an action that is legally or morally required, leading to harm or injury.

Criminal Act

An action that constitutes an offense and is punishable by law.