Pearson eText Campbell Biology: Concepts & Connections -- Access Card (9th Edition)
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Chapter 35, Problem 4TYK
A blue jay that aids its parents in raising its siblings is increasing its
a. reproductive success.
b. status in a dominance hierarchy.
c. altruistic behavior.
d. inclusive fitness.
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Pearson eText Campbell Biology: Concepts & Connections -- Access Card (9th Edition)
Ch. 35 - Prob. 1CCCh. 35 - Prob. 2TYKCh. 35 - Pheasants do not feed their chicks. Immediately...Ch. 35 - A blue jay that aids its parents in raising its...Ch. 35 - Prob. 5TYKCh. 35 - Prob. 6TYKCh. 35 - Prob. 7TYKCh. 35 - Prob. 8TYKCh. 35 - Crows break the shells of certain molluscs before...Ch. 35 - Prob. 10TYK
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