Egoism as a Psychological Theory

question 17

Multiple Choice

Egoism as a psychological theory

• A)states that self-interest is the only thing that ever motivates anyone.
• B)is the same thing as ethical egoism.
• C)states that people are sometimes selfish.
• D)is based on egoism as an ethical theory.

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