Shortly after Mary and Robert were married, he became somewhat aggressive to other men who showed an interest in his wife, and made claims like, "Anyone who lays a hand on my woman has to go through me first." Such claims and aggression are explained by evolutionary theory as __________.

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Displays of dominance are behaviors that are intended to establish or maintain a position of dominance over others. In this case, Robert's aggressive behavior towards other men who showed an interest in his wife is an attempt to establish his dominance over them and to protect his mate.

Shortly After Mary and Robert Were Married, He Became Somewhat