Which Statement About a Polyandrous Mating System Is False

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Multiple Choice

Which statement about a polyandrous mating system is false?

• A) Polyandry is relatively rare.
• B) There is no maternal investment in offspring.
• C) Paternal care of young has a large effect on fitness.
• D) This type of mating system is exhibited by some birds and a few mammals.
• E) In this type of mating system, one female mates with multiple males.

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