Which Social Interaction Is Best Described as the Opposite of Altruism

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which social interaction is best described as the opposite of altruism in terms of its effect on donor and recipient fitness?

• A) cooperation
• B) selfishness
• C) spitefulness
• D) dominance

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