Evolutionary theorists argue that the triggers of jealousy in men trace back to the problem of ______.

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Evolutionary theorists suggest that jealousy in men primarily stems from paternity uncertainty. This is because, historically, men could never be as certain of their genetic parentage as women could, due to the internal nature of female gestation. This uncertainty could lead to men investing resources in offspring that are not genetically theirs, hence the evolutionary development of jealousy as a mechanism to prevent infidelity and ensure paternity.

Evolutionary Theorists Argue That the Triggers of Jealousy in Men