Which of the following differs between intra- and interspecific interactions when it comes to the evolution and maintenance of cooperation?
A) Interacting partners from different species are not linked by inclusive fitness.
B) We cannot apply game theory to interspecific systems.
C) Cooperative interactions cannot shift into antagonistic interactions in intraspecific systems.
D) Intraspecific relationships always begin as a strong mutualistic association.

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Intraspecific interactions involve individuals that are genetically related or share a high degree of relatedness, which can favor the evolution and maintenance of cooperation through inclusive fitness. In contrast, interspecific interactions do not involve related individuals, and there is no genetic relatedness to promote cooperation through inclusive fitness.

Which of the Following Differs Between Intra- and Interspecific Interactions