Bongani and Bonolo are driving past a group of homeless people when they suddenly stop and place a large amount of cash into the hands of a needy-looking person who is standing next to the group. What would make this an act of altruism?

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Altruism is an act of selfless concern for the well-being of others. In this scenario, Bongani and Bonolo are giving a large amount of cash to a needy-looking person without expecting any reciprocation in return. Therefore, it is an act of altruism. Option B is incorrect as receiving something in return would result in a transactional exchange, which is not selfless. Option C is incorrect as feeling pity for someone is not necessarily an act of selflessness, as it may be motivated by sympathy rather than concern for the welfare of others. Option D is also incorrect as engaging in these types of activities may be motivated by personal gratification or recognition, rather than selfless concern for others.

Bongani and Bonolo Are Driving Past a Group of Homeless