Dan got a flat tire a few weeks ago and was helped by a friendly motorist.Now Dan is driving down the street and notices someone on the side of the road with engine trouble.Dan will probably be _____ to stop and give aid than he would have before being helped himself.
A)less likely
B)more likely
C)as likely
D)almost as likely

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This scenario shows the concept of reciprocity, where a person feels obliged to repay a kindness or favor received from someone else. Since Dan was helped by a friendly motorist before, he is more likely to feel an obligation to help someone else in need. Therefore, he will be more likely to stop and give aid than he would have before being helped himself.

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