Ecological hypotheses about the evolution of intelligence include the ability to
A) allocate investment to many offspring.
B) use complex behavior to acquire or access hard-to-find or extracted food.
C) enter into reciprocal relationships with conspecifics.
D) understand how dominance influences access to food.

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This hypothesis suggests that intelligence has evolved as a means to acquire or access hard-to-find or extracted food. This could involve using tools or developing complex hunting strategies that require cognitive flexibility and problem-solving skills.

Ecological Hypotheses About the Evolution of Intelligence Include the Ability