In the context of cooperation, ________ selection acts against cooperators who pay some cost that others (such as free riders) do not pay. Selfish individuals who do not cooperate are favored by this type of selection because they receive any benefits that accrue through the actions of cooperators, but they pay none of the costs.

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Within-group selection is the type of selection that acts against cooperators who pay some cost that others (such as free riders) do not pay. This type of selection favors selfish individuals who do not cooperate because they receive the benefits of cooperation without paying the costs. Between-group selection favors cooperative behavior by favoring groups that have many cooperative individuals. Altruistic selection refers to a form of selection that favors individuals who act in a selfless manner, even if it comes at a cost to themselves. Kin selection favors individuals who help their relatives because they share some of their genes.

In the Context of Cooperation, ________ Selection Acts Against Cooperators