Malika and Alicia are out shopping when they are asked to contribute to AIDS research. Malika has just received an A- on her psychology exam; Alicia has just received a D. According to your text, who is more likely to contribute?
A) Malika, because she's in a good mood
B) Alicia, because she's in a bad mood
C) Malika and Alicia are both likely to help, but for different reasons.
D) Neither Malika nor Alicia is likely to help.

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According to the text, both individuals may be motivated to help, but for different reasons. Malika's positive mood may lead her to feel more charitable and altruistic, while Alicia's negative mood may lead her to seek out ways to improve her mood and feel better about herself, such as through helping others. Therefore, it is possible that both Malika and Alicia may contribute to AIDS research.

Malika and Alicia Are Out Shopping When They Are Asked