Which of the Following Is a Possible Explanation for Why

question 89

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a possible explanation for why blood donations increased dramatically following the September 11th attacks?

• A) People helped out genuine empathy.
• B) People helped to reaffirm their commitment to their values.
• C) People helped because it soothed the trauma they were experiencing.
• D) All of the answers mentioned are possible explanations for why the blood donations increased.

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Definitions:

Talcott Parsons

An American sociologist known for his contributions to social action theory, structural functionalism, and for his work on the system theory to understand societal dynamics and functions.

Social Contract

A theory in political philosophy suggesting that people live together in society in accordance with an agreement that establishes moral and political rules of behavior.

Classical Theorist

refers to scholars from earlier periods whose works form the foundations of a discipline, such as Socrates in philosophy or Adam Smith in economics.

Hobbes

Refers to Thomas Hobbes, a 17th-century philosopher known for his social contract theory, which posits that people agree to surrender some freedoms to a ruler or government in exchange for security and social order.