Social exchange theory would have the most trouble explaining which of the following helping situations?
a. Anna visits people with AIDS as a requirement of her health psychology course.
b. Theo calmly walks into heavy traffic to rescue a stranger who collapsed in the crosswalk.
c. On the way home from work, David drops off some notes for a classmate.
d. A wealthy businesswoman makes a hefty donation to her congressman.
Answer: B
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