Costly Signaling Refers to __________

question 38

Multiple Choice

Costly signaling refers to __________.

• A) signals to potential social allies that you are a costly partner because you require a greater than average amount of reciprocation
• B) an incapability of investment because the costs you incur exceed the benefits you are capable of bestowing
• C) altruism that is not costly but yields a signal to others that he or she is willing to invest
• D) altruism that is costly to the provider and thereby yields honest signals to others regarding one's quality as a coalitional ally

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Definitions:

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