is defined as any behavior that increases the fitness of others at the expense of that individual's fitness. Kin selection Inclusive fitness Philopatry Altruistic behavior
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When an individual behaves in a way that reduces its own fitness but increases the fitness of others of its species, it is exhibiting a. kin selection. d. selfishness. b. group selection. e. ignorance. c. altruism.
When an individual behaves in a way that reduces its own fitness but increases the fitness of others, the organism is exhibiting a. kin selection. b. group selection. c. altruism. d. selfishness. e. ignorance.
Altruistic behavior in animals may be a result of kin selection, a theory maintaining that: a) genes promote the survival of copies of themselves when behaviors by animals possessing those genes assist other animals that share those genes. b) aggression within sexes increases the survival and reproduction of the fittest individuals. c) companionship is advantageous to animals because, in the future, they can recognize those that have helped them and provide help to those individuals. d) aggression between the sexes increases the survival and reproduction of the fittest individuals. e) companionship is advantageous to animals because, in the future, they can recognize those that have helped them and request help once again.
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