Teaching CSIR NET Mock Test Series Life Sciences Evolution and Behavior Brain, Behavior and Evolution
Consider the following statements about altruism:
- Kin selection theory explains altruistic behavior by the benefits it provides to close relatives.
- Reciprocal altruism occurs when an individual helps another with the expectation that the favor will be returned in the future.
- Group selection is the primary explanation for altruism in natural populations.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1
1 and 2 only
2
1 and 3 only
3
2 and 3 only
4
1, 2, and 3