The idea that evolution has selected altruism toward one's close relatives to enhance the survival of mutually shared genes is referred to as
A)evolutionary kinship.
B)altruistic selection.
C)kin selection.
D)self-serving helpfulness.

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The idea that altruism toward one's close relatives enhances the survival of mutually shared genes is known as kin selection. This concept has been used to explain the evolution of behaviors like parental care, cooperation among siblings, and even self-sacrifice in some cases.

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