The majority of primate species are not pair-bonded. Therefore, we can predict that
A) both sexes will care for offspring equally.
B) neither sex will care for offspring.
C) males will provide more care for offspring than will females.
D) females will provide more care for offspring than will males.

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In non-pair bonded primate species, the responsibility of caring for offspring typically falls more heavily on the female. Male primates may provide some care, but they are less likely to play a significant role in raising offspring compared to females. Therefore, option D is the most accurate prediction.

The Majority of Primate Species Are Not Pair-Bonded