Who is likely to help more, women or men? A) Women, because ...

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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.

Question 2

Tomarkin had donated several times during the course of the year when an earthquake struck in a neighboring state. He gave generously to the relief fund. When a tsunami hit one of the Japanese islands
 
  he also gave generously to aid the victims. Then forest fires left many people in California homeless. Once again, Tomarkin aided the relief effort. Although the frequent help didn't elevate Tomarkin's view of himself as helpful, it did make him more confident that he is a helpful individual. This is an example of
  A) self-image enhancement.
  B) self-image construction.
  C) self-image reconstruction.
  D) self-image verification.

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D