Which of the Following Statements Describes the Evidence for Reciprocal

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes the evidence for reciprocal altruism?

• A) It is absent among primates because they cannot recognize kin.
• B) It is absent among primates because they do not have long-term memories.
• C) It exists among primates because they often live in stable social groups.
• D) It exists among primates because of their diverse diet.

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