Among Which of the Following Groups of Organisms Is Cooperation

question 19

Multiple Choice

Among which of the following groups of organisms is cooperation via reciprocal altruism most likely to evolve (assuming all else is equal) ?

• A)Birds from across a species' range that congregate for a short time at a resting spot during migration
• B)Short-lived, immobile tidal organisms that are in constant contact with one another and have a high mortality via predation
• C)Female tigers that each inhabit their own large home range
• D)Primates in a social group that frequently interact with the same individuals

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Definitions:

Tarsals

A group of seven bones in the foot situated between the lower leg bones (tibia and fibula) and the metatarsal bones, playing a key role in the structure and function of the foot.

Axial Skeleton

The part of the skeleton that consists of the bones of the head and trunk of a vertebrate.

Appendicular Skeleton

Part of the skeleton that includes the bones of the limbs and the pectoral and pelvic girdles, facilitating movement.

Cavitiy

A hollow space within the body or one of its organs; however, the correct spelling is "cavity."