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blogy B Semester Exam
Which piece of evidence best supports the hypothesis that the evolution of altruistic behavior is driven by kin selection? (1 point)

O A hippo is observed saving an antelope from an attack by an alligator.

O A cuckoo bird hides its own eggs in the nest of another bird species.

O A male gorilla helps protect his offspring from an attack by a tiger.

O A meerkat protects the offspring of its sister from an attack by hawks.

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A male gorilla that helps protect his offspring from an attack by a tiger is evidence that the evolution of altruistic behavior is driven by kin selection.

What is kin selection?

The expression kin selection makes reference to a behavior where self-sacrifice enhances the fitness of individuals of the same species.

This behavior (kin selection) has been selected to increase the fitness of the species and populations.

In conclusion, a male gorilla that helps protect his offspring from an attack by a tiger is evidence that the evolution of altruistic behavior is driven by kin selection.

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