Which of the following is true about prosocial behaviour in animals?

a. it is motivated by fear
b. it is directed both at members of their own species and at humans
c. it is the product of natural selection
d. it is difficult to assess the motivation behind an animal's activity, even if it appears to be altruistic
e. only mammals are capable of prosocial behaviour


Ans: d

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