Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)
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Chapter 43, Problem 9SQ
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Concept introduction: Altruism is a process where an organism behaves in a way that benefits others, instead of being harmed or risking oneself. Eusocial animals are organisms that live in a multi-generational family group with a reproductive division of labor. The only way to develop the altruistic behavior is through kin selection.
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