Multiple Choice
The antipredator mechanism referred to as the "selfish herd" (Hamilton, 1971) emphasizes that
A) a group of animals will coordinate their escape efforts.
B) it is always best to be in the center of the group.
C) the group is actually composed of selfish individuals.
D) the number of individuals in the group is more important than their spatial arrangement.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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