Consider Robert Trivers' Parent-Offspring Conflict Model

question 22

Multiple Choice

Consider Robert Trivers' parent-offspring conflict model. How do you expect the zone of conflict between parent and offspring to differ when the future offspring is a half instead of a full sibling?

• A) The zone of conflict will become wider.
• B) The zone of conflict will become narrower.
• C) The zone of conflict will remain of the same width but shift toward higher parental investment.
• D) The zone of conflict will become wider and shift toward higher parental investment.

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