With regard to understanding the evolution of cooperation, what is the principal prediction that can be made from the expression Br C?
A) Natural selection will favour cooperation among close relatives.
B) Cooperation evolves because it benefits all members of a species.
C) Natural selection will favour cooperation among any individuals.
D) Cooperation evolves because it enhances the species' fitness.
E) Selection favours self- sacrifice in reproduction.

Question

With regard to understanding the evolution of cooperation, what is the principal prediction that can be made from the expression Br > C?
A) Natural selection will favour cooperation among close relatives.
B) Cooperation evolves because it benefits all members of a species.
C) Natural selection will favour cooperation among any individuals.
D) Cooperation evolves because it enhances the species' fitness.
E) Selection favours self- sacrifice in reproduction.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The expression Br > C is Hamilton's rule, which predicts that natural selection will favour cooperation among close relatives (i.e. individuals who share genes). Therefore, option A is the correct answer. The other options are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect the prediction made by Hamilton's rule.

With Regard to Understanding the Evolution of Cooperation, What Is