In the context of natural selection,"fit" refers to behaviors that increase
A)genetic imprinting.
B)psychological fitness.
C)gene-environment interaction.
D)reproductive success.

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In the context of natural selection, "fit" refers to individuals' ability to pass on their genes to the next generation. Behaviors that increase reproductive success are considered "fit" and are more likely to be passed on to future generations, thus becoming more prevalent in a population over time. Options A, B, and C are not directly related to the concept of natural selection and do not accurately capture the meaning of "fit" in this context.

In the Context of Natural Selection,"fit" Refers to Behaviors That