Which of the following is not one of the three types of the "extended phenotype" presented by Richard Dawkins?

A. The aspect of the phenotype that improves through the process of an evolutionary arms race
B. The ability of an animal to construct architectural forms from its environment
C. Parasites can manipulate the behaviors of their hosts to create a distinct advantage
D. The behavioral phenotype of the host can be manipulated by the parasite even if it is associated with the host


Answer: A. The aspect of the phenotype that improves through the process of an evolutionary arms race

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