Asked by Shane Johnson on Jul 19, 2024
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In general, when it comes to helping others, males tend to be more helpful than females in many situations. In which of the following situations are males probably NOT more helpful?
A) Helping a stranger who rides his bike directly into a stop sign by calling for an ambulance
B) Helping to evacuate a museum after an imminent bomb threat is announced by running through the museum halls and calling out to people
C) Helping a group of strangers who are trying to unload large ski equipment from their car by volunteering to hold the doors open for them
D) Helping to teach an autistic child to read by volunteering on an ongoing, weekly basis at a local facility
Autistic Child
A child who has Autism Spectrum Disorder, a developmental disorder characterized by challenges with social interaction, communication, and by restricted and repetitive behavior.
Imminent Bomb Threat
A situation where there is an immediate and credible indication or warning that a bomb is likely to be detonated.
Ambulance
A vehicle specifically designed and equipped for transporting sick or injured people to a medical facility.
- Identify factors influencing the likelihood of engaging in helping behavior, including situational and gender differences.
- Acknowledge the psychological and social factors affecting gender differences in helping behaviors.
Verified Answer
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Richard OrtizJul 24, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Research suggests that while men may be more likely to engage in heroic or emergency acts of helping (such as A, B, and C), women are more likely to engage in nurturing and long-term supportive roles, such as volunteering regularly to help others with personal development or educational needs (D).
Learning Objectives
- Identify factors influencing the likelihood of engaging in helping behavior, including situational and gender differences.
- Acknowledge the psychological and social factors affecting gender differences in helping behaviors.