Which of the following types of moods have been shown to most often facilitate helping behavior?
A) Negative moods, likely because people will turn to helping behavior to make themselves feel better
B) Positive moods, likely because people want to maintain their positive mood by helping others
C) Neutral moods, likely because people are more attuned to the needs of others
D) All of the above

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Research has shown that positive moods most often facilitate helping behavior because people are motivated to maintain their positive mood by engaging in prosocial behavior. However, negative moods can also lead to helping behavior in certain situations, such as when people feel empathy for someone in need. Neutral moods do not have a consistent effect on helping behavior.

Which of the Following Types of Moods Have Been Shown