Evolutionary theorists have proposed the concept of ________ in their attempt to explain how male-male or female-female alliances could enhance group survival and thus persist through history.

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Reciprocal altruism refers to the idea that individuals within a group can form alliances and engage in behaviors that benefit others in the group, with the expectation that they will receive similar benefits in return. This concept could help explain the formation of male-male and female-female alliances, which could have enhanced group survival and persisted through history. Choices B, C, and D are not relevant to this concept.

Evolutionary Theorists Have Proposed the Concept of ________ in Their