Among which of the following groups of organisms is cooperation via reciprocal altruism most likely to evolve (assuming all else is equal)?

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Primates in a social group that frequently interact with the same individuals are more likely to develop reciprocal altruism because they have long-term relationships and can remember past interactions, making it easier to detect and punish cheaters who do not reciprocate altruistic behavior. Birds that only congregate briefly and female tigers with large home ranges are less likely to develop reciprocal altruism because they have limited interactions and do not form long-term relationships. Short-lived tidal organisms may also engage in altruistic behavior, but their high mortality rate means that reciprocity would be difficult to establish.

Among Which of the Following Groups of Organisms Is Cooperation