Which of the Following Is Not a Behavior That Likely

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a behavior that likely evolved because it has a positive effect on the indirect component of inclusive fitness?

• A) A female wasp helps an unrelated dominant female reproduce so that she will take over the reproductive role when the dominant female dies.
• B) A bird remains on its natal territory, helping to rear brothers and sisters.
• C) A human female loses fertility in middle age, but helps rear grandchildren.
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Regular Dividend

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Dividend Policy

A company's approach to distributing profits back to its shareholders in the form of dividends.

Reverse Stock Split

A business move that reduces the total number of current stock shares, making the remaining shares more valuable on a proportional basis.

New Share

A unit of equity representing ownership in a corporation that has been issued to investors for the first time, increasing the total number of outstanding shares.