According to Daniel Batson (1991),when people experience empathy with another in need,_______ motivates helping.

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According to Batson, empathy motivates helping when it is independent of self-interest (also known as altruistic motivation). This means that helping others is prioritized over maximizing rewards, passing genes, or minimizing costs. The goal is to make a difference in the world and help others, even if it doesn't directly benefit the helper.

According to Daniel Batson (1991),when People Experience Empathy with Another