In support of the notion of kin selection,researchers have found that:
A) Individuals are less likely to help relatives over strangers.
B) Individuals are more likely to help people who are genetically related to them.
C) Individuals are likely to help relatives if blame cannot be assigned to the person in need.
D) Individuals are more likely to help people who are genetically related to them if they live nearby.

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Kin selection suggests that individuals are more likely to help people who are genetically related to them, as this increases the chances of their own genes being passed on through their relatives, even at the expense of their own survival or well-being. This has been supported by various studies involving animals and humans.

In Support of the Notion of Kin Selection,researchers Have Found