Altruism Occurs When an Individual Reduces His or Her Own

question 105

True/False

Altruism occurs when an individual reduces his or her own fitness and increases the fitness of another individual.

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Original Author

The first creator or writer of a particular piece of work.

Fourth Branch

A term sometimes used to refer to groups outside the three branches of government (executive, legislative, judicial) that influence policy, such as the media or independent regulatory agencies.

Democratic Society

A society in which the principles of democracy, such as equality, freedom, and justice, are practiced and upheld.

Population Informed

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