In the context of the social-exchange theory, which of the following is true of the studies conducted by Piliavin (2003) and Andersen (1998) on rewards?

A. Young people who tutored children were at markedly more risk for delinquency than others.
B. Youth who engaged in community service projects developed social skills and positive social values.
C. Youth who participated in school-based "service learning" were less likely to become engaged citizens than other people.
D. Volunteering benefited morale and health only when it was required rather than when it was self-initiated.


Answer: B

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