The finding that same-sex sexual activity between primate friend pairs increases likelihood of friends assisting and defending each other is consistent with which theory?

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The finding aligns with the alliance formation hypothesis, which suggests that behaviors, including same-sex sexual activity among primates, can serve to strengthen social bonds and alliances, thereby increasing cooperation and mutual defense among individuals.

The Finding That Same-Sex Sexual Activity Between Primate Friend Pairs