According to the tenets of evolutionary theory,reproduction is more costly (in terms of time,energy,and effort)for females than it is for males.Thus,it is advantageous for males to _______ and for females to _______.

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According to the principle of parental investment, females have limited reproductive opportunities due to the high cost of gestation and lactation. Therefore, females are selective in choosing mates and prefer males who exhibit traits that indicate high genetic quality, good health, and resources that enhance offspring survival. Males, on the other hand, have limited reproductive costs and can produce a large number of offspring with little investment. Hence, males compete for access to females and pursue multiple mating opportunities. Therefore, it is advantageous for males to pursue many females, and for females to pair infrequently, and with a carefully chosen male. Option A correctly reflects this principle.

According to the Tenets of Evolutionary Theory,reproduction Is More Costly