Which of the Following Is True of Mutualistic Behaviors

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of mutualistic behaviors?

• A) They are common in nature when animals work together.
• B) They are rare because "slacking" is often profitable for individuals, not groups.
• C) They involve only kin and never unrelated individuals.
• D) They are profitable for the actor but not the recipient.

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Marginal Cost

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