Which Among the Following Arguments Do the Critics of Sociobiology

question 93

Multiple Choice

Which among the following arguments do the critics of sociobiology highlight?

• A) Human male patterns of sexual preferences and behaviours are also observed in the males of many other species.
• B) In some species, males are monogamous and, in other species, females are promiscuous.
• C) In surveys of humans, females rank qualities like kindness and intelligence as more important in the selection of a mate than males do.
• D) In the majority of world cultures, males are more likely to be promiscuous and undiscriminating in selection of a sexual partner compared to females.

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Definitions:

Prevention Measures

Strategies or actions taken to prevent or reduce the likelihood of an undesirable event or condition.

Monetary Inducements

Financial incentives offered to encourage a person to undertake an action or adopt a particular stance.

Autonomy

The capacity to make an informed, uncoerced decision; in healthcare, it refers to a patient's right to make decisions about their own medical treatment.

Incarceration

The act of detaining individuals in prison as a form of punishment following the commission of a crime.