Why Do People Lie?
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The Effects of Stereotypes on Honesty
Researchers believe people returned wallets with more money and items because they felt bad for the owner. Empathy is the ability to understand another person's experiences. How honest we are also depends on our own needs. A person may be more willing to lie if they need something very badly. Stereotypes are beliefs we have about people without really knowing them. They make it more difficult to feel empathy.
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