Which of the following is a proximate-altruistic explanation for helpfulness?
A. evolutionary theory
B. social distance theory
C. empathy-altruism hypothesis
D. locus of control
Answer: C. empathy-altruism hypothesis
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a. immoral. c. injustice. b. objective responsibility. d. subjective moral judgment.
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