You are observing a new species from the Amazon rain forest. It would appear that the mating system is polygyny. According to Trivers' theory regarding mating systems, you would predict that
A)the females will be much more discriminating when choosing a mate
B)the males will be much more discriminating in choosing a mate
C)the females will have more mates than the males
D)the females will be larger than the males
E)there would be an overall low level of parental investment

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In a polygynous mating system, where males mate with multiple females, females tend to be more discriminating when choosing a mate. This is because the reproductive success of females is more directly impacted by the quality of the mate, as they invest more in offspring through gestation and, often, care.

You Are Observing a New Species from the Amazon Rain