You Are Observing a Particular Species and Note That a Group

question 219

Multiple Choice

You are observing a particular species and note that a group of males have formed a coalition and are attacking another member of the species. What species are you observing?

• A) chimpanzees
• B) any group with high parental investment
• C) humans
• D) could be either humans or chimps
• E) any group of mammals

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