Which decision would be MOST likely to be considered by people in Western cultures to be within the personal domain, according to the social domain theory?
A) choosing whether to wear a tie to a formal restaurant
B) deciding whether to play soccer or baseball after school
C) deciding whether to put one's napkin on one's lap or leave it on the table
D) choosing whether to return a $10 bill dropped by a person standing ahead in line

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According to the social domain theory, decisions that are considered to be within the personal domain are those that do not harm or benefit others, and are therefore left to the individual's own preference or taste. Choosing between playing soccer or baseball after school is a decision that is solely within the individual's personal domain and does not affect others. Choosing to wear a tie or where to place a napkin, on the other hand, may be influenced by social norms and expectations and therefore fall into the societal or moral domains. Returning a lost item, such as a $10 bill, is considered a moral decision and falls into the societal domain, as it has potential consequences for others.

Which Decision Would Be MOST Likely to Be Considered by People