Frans de Waal is known for the "dilemma of the rarely exercised option" in evolutionary psychology. Based on this dilemma, which of the following is the MOST likely explanation for why someone would be unfaithful in a relationship?
A) Seeking out new mates helps increase social status.
B) Seeking out other mates helps increase chances for reproductive success.
C) Being unfaithful is a side effect of another evolutionary adaptation.
D) Cheating behavior helps test honesty of potential mates.

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The "dilemma of the rarely exercised option" suggests that certain behaviors, like infidelity, may not be directly adaptive but rather a byproduct of other evolutionary adaptations.

Frans De Waal Is Known for the "Dilemma of the Rarely