The apparent stability in female dominance relationships in female-bonded primates may be due to
A) abundant food supply.
B) kin selection.
C) sexual selection.
D) habitat seasonality.

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Female dominance relationships in female-bonded primates may be due to kin selection, as females may prioritize cooperation and maintaining strong relationships with kin in order to increase their overall fitness and chances of passing on their genes. This can result in stable dominance hierarchies within groups of females. The other options (abundant food supply, sexual selection, and habitat seasonality) do not necessarily explain the stability of female dominance relationships in these primates.

The Apparent Stability in Female Dominance Relationships in Female-Bonded Primates