According to the empathy-altruism hypothesis, altruistic behavior is primarily the result of

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The empathy-altruism hypothesis proposes that empathizing with someone in need can elicit altruistic behavior, meaning that taking another's perspective is the primary factor in motivating altruistic behavior. The other options (rewards and costs, personal distress, and evolution) are not central to this hypothesis.

According to the Empathy-Altruism Hypothesis, Altruistic Behavior Is Primarily the Result