Which of the Following Is True of Most Nonhuman Primates

question 70

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of most nonhuman primates?

• A) Females invest less time and energy in reproduction than do males.
• B) Females compete for males.
• C) Females do not always mate with whichever male wins competitions.
• D) Females carrying fetuses or young infants experience lower mortality rates.

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