Altruism involves ____, but reciprocal altruism involves ____.
A) the sacrifice of an individual's reproductive success to help others; the expectation of a future favor in return for present aid
B) aid given to nonrelatives; benefits given to close relatives only
C) the expectation of a future favor in return for present aid; close relatives helping each other
D) low-risk behavior that provides minor benefits to others; high-risk behavior providing major benefits to others
E) aid given to relatives; benefits given to nonrelatives only

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Altruism is the behavior where an individual may sacrifice its own interests or well-being for the benefit of others without expecting anything in return. Reciprocal altruism, on the other hand, is a form of altruism where there is an expectation of the favor being returned in the future, thus involving a sort of "I help you now, you help me later" understanding.

Altruism Involves ____, but Reciprocal Altruism Involves ____

Altruism Involves , but Reciprocal Altruism Involves