In Many Species, the Females Can Reproduce by the Process

question 7

Multiple Choice

In many species, the females can reproduce by the process of parthenogenesis. Why do males persist in those species?

• A) Defense
• B) To increase the number of offspring produced
• C) To assist in rearing of the offspring
• D) To decrease the chance of infertility
• E) To ensure genetic diversity

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Definitions:

Attachment Theory

A psychological model that describes the dynamics of long-term and short-term interpersonal relationships between humans, especially as it relates to patterns formed in childhood.

Childhood Attachment

A deep and enduring emotional bond that connects one person to another across time and space, typically observed between infants and their primary caregivers.

Adult Attachment Style

Patterns of attachment in adult relationships that mirror those formed in infancy with primary caregivers, affecting interpersonal relationships.

Attachment Styles

Patterns of emotional bonding in relationships, shaped by early interactions with caregivers, categorized into secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized.