According to the idea of kin selection, you are more likely to behave altruistically toward
A) a brother over a sister.
B) a cousin over a brother.
C) your parents over any sibling.
D) a sister over a cousin.
E) an aunt or uncle over a sibling.

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Kin selection theory suggests that individuals are more likely to behave altruistically towards those with whom they share a greater proportion of genes. A sister shares more genetic material with you than a cousin, making altruistic behavior more likely towards a sister.

According to the Idea of Kin Selection, You Are More