Asked by mansi tamhane on May 01, 2024

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Kin selection is a form of

A) altruism.
B) territoriality.
C) imprinting.
D) confrontation.
E) sexual selection.

Kin Selection

Indirect selection; adaptation to the environment due to the reproductive success of an individual’s relatives.

Altruism

The behavior of an individual that benefits another at its own expense, observed in various species as a part of social interaction.

  • Grasp the principles of kin selection and its role in altruistic behaviors.
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Lydia GuzmanMay 01, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Kin selection involves sacrificing one's own well-being for the benefit of genetically related individuals, which is a form of altruism.