______ Refers to the Attitudes Held by Americans Generally Toward

question 32

Multiple Choice

______ refers to the attitudes held by Americans generally toward specific issues and topics, expressed primarily through polls and periodically through voting.

• A) Public attitudes
• B) Public opinion
• C) Political socialization
• D) Political culture

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Definitions:

Altruistic Helping

When a helper seeks to increase another’s welfare and expects nothing in return

Empathy

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another individual.

Reduce Others' Distress

The act of alleviating or minimizing emotional or psychological suffering in other individuals.

Egoistic Helping

Acts of providing assistance to others motivated by a desire to benefit oneself, such as feeling good or avoiding guilt.