For reciprocal altruism to evolve, all of the following are necessary characteristics, EXCEPT: A) Recipients must have the opportunity to reciprocate later B) There must be some way to detect and punish cheaters C) The benefit of receiving help must outweigh the costs of giving help D) Some degree of relatedness between the individuals E) All of the above are necessary
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B) There must be some way to detect and punish cheaters: This is necessary because if cheaters can get away with not reciprocating, then the system of reciprocal altruism will break down. C) The benefit of receiving help must outweigh the costs of giving help: Show more…
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