While Margot was preparing to cross the street, a kind motorist yielded in front of a crosswalk, allowing her to cross the street safely. Remembering this act of kindness the next day, Margot yielded to pedestrians at a crosswalk while she was driving. This example demonstrates which of the following?
A) Rule of reciprocity
B) Hierarchy of needs
C) Nature versus nurture
D) Expectancy rule

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The example illustrates the rule of reciprocity, which is the social norm of responding to a positive action with another positive action. Margot reciprocated the kind gesture by yielding to pedestrians herself.

While Margot Was Preparing to Cross the Street, a Kind