Altruism Involves ____, but Reciprocal Altruism Involves ____

question 40

Multiple Choice

Altruism involves ____, but reciprocal altruism involves ____.

• A) the sacrifice of an individual's reproductive success to help others; the expectation of a future favor in return for present aid
• B) aid given to nonrelatives; benefits given to close relatives only
• C) the expectation of a future favor in return for present aid; close relatives helping each other
• D) low-risk behavior that provides minor benefits to others; high-risk behavior providing major benefits to others
• E) aid given to relatives; benefits given to nonrelatives only

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Definitions:

Wilhelm Wundt

A German psychologist who is considered the father of experimental psychology; he founded the first psychological laboratory.

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American Psychologist

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Wilhelm Wundt

A German psychologist who is widely regarded as the father of experimental psychology, having established the first psychology laboratory in 1879.