Altruism toward cousins should fall into which of the following patterns,according to inclusive fitness theory?
A)MoSis FaSis,MoBro FaBro
B)MoSis FaBro FaSis MoBro
C)FaSis MoSis,FaBro MoBro
D)FaBro FaSis,MoBro MoSis

Question

Altruism toward cousins should fall into which of the following patterns,according to inclusive fitness theory?
A)MoSis > FaSis,MoBro > FaBro
B)MoSis > FaBro > FaSis > MoBro
C)FaSis >MoSis,FaBro > MoBro
D)FaBro > FaSis,MoBro > MoSis

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

According to inclusive fitness theory, individuals are expected to show similar levels of altruism towards their maternal and paternal relatives because they share a similar proportion of genes with both sides. The theory does not predict a systematic difference in altruism between maternal and paternal relatives, making the other options incorrect.

Altruism Toward Cousins Should Fall into Which of the Following