KVPY SX SB Exam 2013 Question Paper

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In some species, individuals forego reproduction and help bring up another individual's offspring. Such altruistic behaviour CANNOT be explained by which of the following?

An individual helps relatives only and gets indirect genetic benefits.
The individual benefits because it can later inherit the breeding position.
The individual benefits because it gets access to resources, such as food and security from predators, in return.
The species benefits from a reduction in competition among offspring.

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