__________ occurs when, as a result of everyone putting their own interests first, the group as a whole suffers.

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This describes a classic social dilemma, in which individuals are incentivized to act in their own self-interest, yet if everyone does so, it leads to a negative outcome for the group as a whole. This reflects a clash between individual and collective interests. The norm of social responsibility refers to a belief that individuals have a responsibility to contribute to the greater good, even at a personal cost. Egoism refers to a focus on one's own self-interest exclusively. Pluralistic ignorance refers to a situation in which individuals believe that their thoughts or behaviors are different from the group norm, even though the norm may actually be different.

__________ Occurs When, as a Result of Everyone Putting Their