The grandmother hypothesis states that the presence of postmenopausal females in human groups:
A)is a burden on the survival of the rest of the group
B)only became a factor after the development of agriculture
C)increases the survival rate of children
D)all of the above

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The grandmother hypothesis states that postmenopausal females increase the survival rate of children by providing care and assistance, which benefits the group as a whole. This theory applies to all human societies, not just those with agriculture, and does not suggest that postmenopausal females are a burden on the group. Therefore, the best choice is C.

The Grandmother Hypothesis States That the Presence of Postmenopausal Females