Who of the Following Is Most Likely to Respond Favorably

question 107

Multiple Choice

Who of the following is most likely to respond favorably to an unexpected request for a charitable donation to a local hospital?

• A)Melvin's older sister,who is hurrying to get to her scheduled appointment with the family doctor
• B)Melvin's mother,who just received a very favorable job evaluation from her employer
• C)Melvin's younger brother,who is depressed over receiving a D on a physics exam
• D)Melvin's father,who is annoyed over the newspaper boy's trampling of his flower bed

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Definitions:

Intellectual Incompetence

A lack of intellectual capabilities to perform tasks or understand concepts that are typically within the average person's ability.

Pessimistic Outlook

An inclination to focus on the negative side of situations or to anticipate the most adverse events, indicating a dearth of belief or expectancy in positive future developments.

Oxytocin

A hormone and neurotransmitter involved in childbirth, lactation, and bonding, often dubbed the "love hormone."

Social-Bonding Hormone

Often refers to oxytocin, a hormone that plays a key role in facilitating social connections, trust, and attachment in mammals.