When the Victim Is Similar to Ourselves, We Are Likely

question 3

Multiple Choice

When the victim is similar to ourselves, we are likely to feel ______ and will respond ______.

• A) personal distress; altruistically
• B) empathic concern; egoistically
• C) personal distress; egoistically
• D) empathic concern; altruistically

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Definitions:

Consumption

The purchase and use of goods and services by households, considered a primary component of economic activity and an indicator of the economic health of a nation.

Saving

The act of not consuming all of one's income and instead holding onto it for future investments or expenditure needs.

Disposable Income

The amount of money available to households after paying income taxes, which can be spent on necessities, savings, or leisure activities.

Consumption

The use of goods and services by households or individuals.