Sam wants to do something nice for his partner Alex. Sam buys Alex some chocolate covered peanuts. Unfortunately, Alex has a severe allergic reaction and must be rushed to the hospital. Luckily, Alex makes a speedy recovery. Alex is furious with Sam and refuses to speak to him for several weeks.
A) Alex's reaction can be considered reciprocal.
B) Alex's reaction can be considered fair.
C) Alex's reaction can be considered altruistic.
D) Alex's reaction can be considered trustworthy.

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Alex's reaction is reciprocal because it is a direct response to Sam's action, albeit negative. Reciprocity involves responding to actions of others with similar actions, which in this context, is Alex's anger in response to Sam's unintentional harm.

Sam Wants to Do Something Nice for His Partner Alex