Which of the Following Examples Does NOT Fit an Evolutionary

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples does NOT fit an evolutionary model to account for altruistic behavior?

• A) The altruist's acts increase the survival of family members.
• B) The altruism may be reciprocated someday, increasing survival.
• C) Selfish acts might be punished by group members.
• D) Altruism is transmitted by a culture through learning.

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