Altruism toward cousins should fall into which of the following patterns, according to inclusive fitness theory? (FaBro = father's brother's children; FaSis = father's sister's children; MoBro = mother's brother's children; MoSis = mother's sister's children)
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? (FaBro = father's brother's children; FaSis = father's sister's children; MoBro = mother's brother's children; MoSis = mother's sister's children)
A) MoSis > FaSis, MoBro > FaBro
B) MoSis > FaBro > FaSis > MoBro
C) FaSis >MoSis, FaBro > MoBro
D) FaBro > FaSis, MoBro > MoSis

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Inclusive fitness theory suggests that altruism is more likely towards closer genetic relatives. Maternal relatives (MoSis, MoBro) are generally considered closer due to certainty of maternity, compared to paternal relatives (FaSis, FaBro).

Altruism Toward Cousins Should Fall into Which of the Following