Which of the following statements is true concerning human foraging groups?
A) Changes in human life history pattern were likely driven by humans' emphasis on collected foods.
B) Humans have been shaped by natural selection to be born able to carry out the most important foraging tasks.
C) Food sharing and division of labor lead to increased competition between males and increased sexual dimorphism.
D) Food sharing and division of labor lead to reduced competition between males and reduced sexual dimorphism.

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Food sharing and division of labor in human foraging groups have been found to lead to reduced competition between males and reduced sexual dimorphism. This is because food sharing allows for equal access to resources, reducing competition, and division of labor means that individuals can specialize in certain tasks without necessarily needing to be physically stronger or larger, reducing the advantage of males over females.

Which of the Following Statements Is True Concerning Human Foraging