Hoffman (1981) and others have argued that empathy is an innate or biologically prepared trait in people. This view was supported by research showing that infants will spontaneously begin to cry when another baby is in distress. This is most consistent with the view that people are:
A) altruistic.
B) basically selfish.
C) helpful when a reward for helping is available.
D) antisocial.

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The fact that infants will spontaneously begin to cry when another baby is in distress supports the view that empathy is an innate or biologically prepared trait in people. This suggests that people have a basic motivation to help others, indicating an altruistic tendency.

Hoffman (1981) and Others Have Argued That Empathy Is an Innate