Which Theory Suggests That Altruistic Behavior Is Governed by Calculations

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which theory suggests that altruistic behavior is governed by calculations of rewards and costs?

• A) the reciprocity norm
• B) social exchange theory
• C) the self-fulfilling prophecy
• D) the two-factor theory of emotion

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