Who is likely to help more, women or men?
A) Women, because they are socialized to be kinder and more compassionate.
B) Men, because they are socialized to exert heroic efforts on behalf of others.
C) It depends on whether the required help conforms to the socially approved feminine or masculine gender role.
D) It depends on the number of bystanders present.
Answer: C
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________ helps us understand people through description and analysis of past events and artifacts.
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