Because evolutionary theorists are interested in general characteristics of our species,they have searched for common patterns in human social behavior around the world.Which of the following is mentioned in the text as a pattern found across all human societies,but not in other mammalian species?
A) The male has the dominant role in the family unit.
B) Both males and females help in raising the children.
C) Males provide protection for the family while females supply nurturance.
D) Males and females mate in monogamous relationships rather than polygamous ones.

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The text states that both males and females help in raising the children as a pattern found across all human societies, but not in other mammalian species. Option A is incorrect because dominance roles within the family unit can vary among different human societies. Option C is incorrect because while males may provide protection in some societies, it is not universal. Option D is incorrect because not all human societies practice monogamous relationships - polygamy is still practiced in some cultures.

Because Evolutionary Theorists Are Interested in General Characteristics of Our