Why Must Cheaters Be Identifiable in Group Living at Any

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Essay

Why must cheaters be identifiable in group living at any level (e.g.,multicellularity or social groups)?

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Definitions:

Conformity Hypothesis

A theory suggesting that individuals adjust their attitudes, beliefs, or behaviors to align with the norms of a group, often in response to real or imagined group pressure.

Coaction Effect

The phenomenon that individuals perform tasks better or work harder in the presence of others doing the same task.

Audience Effect

The impact that the presence of spectators has on an individual's performance, often resulting in enhancements or deteriorations.

Energy Motivation

The drive to engage in activities due to an intrinsic desire to expend energy and seek stimulation.