The presence of the strongest competitors in the center of a group of animals may qualify the group for status as a(n)
A) altruistic society.
B) selfish herd.
C) kin group.
D) dominance hierarchy.
E) sexual selection society.

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The concept of a "selfish herd" suggests that individuals in a group position themselves to reduce their own risk of predation, often resulting in stronger competitors being in the center where they are safer.

The Presence of the Strongest Competitors in the Center of a Group