Kevin and Austin,two brothers,are fond of cookies.They steal cookies from the cookie jar regularly.When their mother questions them,they lie.However,when she questions them separately,they become confused about whether to tell the truth or lie.In the context of social dilemmas,which of the following is most likely experienced by Kevin and Austin in this scenario?

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The scenario described mirrors the Prisoner's Dilemma, where two individuals face the choice of cooperating (telling the truth) or defecting (lying), with the outcome dependent on the choice of the other. This dilemma highlights the conflict between individual interest (avoiding punishment by lying) and mutual benefit (both might receive a lesser punishment if both tell the truth).

Kevin and Austin,two Brothers,are Fond of Cookies