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Psychology | 5th Edition | ISBN: 9781319190804 | Authors: Schacter, Gilbert, Nock & Wegner
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Altruism & Kin Selection: Selfless Acts in Animals

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The apparently altruistic behavior of non-human animals can often be explained by

a. kin selection.

b. obedience.

c. informational influence.

d. cognitive dissonance.

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The apparently altruistic behavior of non-human animals can often be explained by

a. kin selection.

b. obedience.

c. informational influence.

d. cognitive dissonance.

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Kin selection is a concept in evolutionary biology that helps explain apparently altruistic behavior in non-human animals. It suggests that animals may exhibit behaviors that appear to be selfless because those behaviors ultimately benefit their genetic relatives, particularly close kin. By helping their relatives survive and reproduce, individuals increase the likelihood that their own genes will be passed on to future generations.

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