By definition, altruistic behaviors
A) incur a cost to the recipient.
B) incur a cost to the actor.
C) result in a benefit to the actor.
D) are beneficial to the recipient and the actor.

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Altruistic behaviors incur a cost to the actor, meaning that the individual is giving up something of value (such as time, resources, or energy) for the benefit of others. The recipient may benefit from this action, but the actor is not necessarily receiving a direct benefit in return. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

By Definition, Altruistic Behaviors