According to the Tenets of Evolutionary Theory,reproduction Is More Costly

question 11

Multiple Choice

According to the tenets of evolutionary theory,reproduction is more costly (in terms of time,energy,and effort) for females than it is for males.Thus,it is advantageous for males to _______ and for females to _______.

• A) pursue many females; pair infrequently, and with a carefully chosen male.
• B) pay attention to equity concerns; pay attention to equality concerns.
• C) pair frequently with a single female; pair infrequently with a chosen male.
• D) live alone; rear offspring in groups.
• E) provide for one female; pair frequently with several males.

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