Which Action Demonstrates Altruistic Behavior

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which action demonstrates altruistic behavior?

• A) setting up a scholarship fund for your children for the tax deductions
• B) helping your neighbor cut down a tree, so that the leaves don't blow into your yard anymore
• C) accidentally scaring a bank robber away by screaming when you see her
• D) informing the Environmental Protection Agency that your company is dumping toxic waste into a local river, even though it will jeopardize your job

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Definitions:

Decision Maker

An individual or group responsible for making choices or judgments, particularly in a professional or organizational context.

Total Profit Maximization

The process or strategy of adjusting production and sales to achieve the highest possible profit.

Marginal Benefit

The additional satisfaction or utility received from consuming one more unit of a good or service.

Total Profit

The total amount of money gained from a business activity after all expenses and costs have been subtracted from total revenue.