Allele X Codes for a Cooperative Behavior Among Full Siblings

question 35

Essay

Allele X codes for a cooperative behavior among full siblings. Recipients of this behavior receive a benefit of seven fitness units, and the behavior costs the donor three fitness units. Use Hamilton's rule to determine whether allele X will spread in the population.

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