One of the hypotheses for the evolution of altruistic behavior is known as kin selection. Which of the following choices best defines kin selection?(1 point)

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A helping behavior that ensures that the offspring of an individual will have the best chance to survive and reproduce.
A helping behavior that ensures that the offspring of an individual will have the best chance to survive and reproduce.

A helping behavior that ensures that the genetic make-up of an unrelated species is passed on to the next generation.
A helping behavior that ensures that the genetic make-up of an unrelated species is passed on to the next generation.

A helping behavior that ensures that the offspring of a related individual will have the best chance to survive and reproduce.
A helping behavior that ensures that the offspring of a related individual will have the best chance to survive and reproduce.

A helping behavior that ensures that the individual will have the best chance to survive and produce offspring.

Answer 1

The choice that best defines kin selection is:

A helping behavior that ensures that the offspring of a related individual will have the best chance to survive and reproduce.

Kin selection theory explains altruistic behavior in terms of the genetic relatedness between individuals, suggesting that individuals are more likely to engage in altruistic acts that benefit their relatives, thereby increasing the likelihood of shared genetic material being passed on to future generations.