How Does Evolutionary Theory Explain the Difference in Parental Investment

question 26

Multiple Choice

How does evolutionary theory explain the difference in parental investment between men and women?

• A) Men competed for mates,while women selected mates.
• B) Women knew they were the mothers of their children,but men did not always know they were the fathers.
• C) Women depended on men for help,but men did not depend on women.
• D) Women needed to be more social and cooperative to ensure offspring survival.

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