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mynx

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How does evolutionary theory explain people that choose to be celibate? People that choose celibacy
 
  A) make no contribution to the species and therefore it is inadvisable as an evolutionary strategy.
  B) often still take care of their kin, who in turn have children and thus the celibate person is still
   contributing to the well-being of the species.
  C) have weak genes and in not having children they are serving to strengthen the species.
  D) are confused about what they really want and therefore they cannot be good parents.

Question 2

In cultures with equal status for men and women,
 
  A) sex differences in factors that contribute to sexual attraction are reduced.
  B) attractiveness and status have effects on sexual attraction are similar to cultures with greater status
   differences.
  C) there is less sexual infidelity.
  D) there is more parental uncertainty.



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jazzlynnnnn

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A




mynx

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Reply 2 on: Jun 21, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Gracias!

 

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