Asked by
Tenley Cavanagh
on Dec 22, 2024Verified
Evolutionary biologists have pointed cogently to examples of cooperative behaviour in animals. An example that supports this argument is:
A) socially learned behaviour that one observes to survive in the environment.
B) mutually cooperative behaviour that has positive outcomes for the cooperator as well as others.
C) self-reinforcing behaviour through an analysis of cultural norms.
D) cathartic behaviour to help kin who are healthy or sick until they are healthy again.
Cooperative Behaviour
Actions by individuals that contribute to a common goal and often involve working together towards achieving that goal.
Evolutionary Biologists
Scientists who study the process of evolution and the genetic and environmental factors that drive changes in organisms over generations.
Cathartic Behaviour
Cathartic behavior involves activities or actions that release emotional tension and lead to a sense of purification or relief.
- Understand the concept of prosocial behavior and its various facets.
- Understand mutualism and its explanations for cooperative behavior.
Verified Answer
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Learning Objectives
- Understand the concept of prosocial behavior and its various facets.
- Understand mutualism and its explanations for cooperative behavior.