Ask the Experts Video 10: Catherine Borshuk on AltruismClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 303 and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test and answer the following question:According to Dr. Borshuk, altruism is best defined as ______.

A. actions that are carried out voluntarily for the sole purpose of helping others with no expectation of reward from an external source
B. actions that are carried out voluntarily for the sole purpose of helping others
C. actions that are carried out voluntarily for the sole purpose of helping others with an expectation of reward from an external source
D. actions that are carried out for the sole purpose of helping others


Answer: A

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