When Jochem saw the child fall through the ice at the lake, he never hesitated and immediately dove in to save the child. This is an example of __________ behavior.
A) altruistic
B) evolutionary
C) survival
D) prosocial

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Altruistic behavior refers to actions that benefit others at some cost or risk to oneself, without any expectation of personal gain or reward. In this situation, Jochem's immediate response to save the child demonstrates his willingness to put the child's needs above his own, without any apparent expectation of reward or recognition.

When Jochem Saw the Child Fall Through the Ice at the Lake