Provide examples of possible proximate and ultimate explanations for males' desire to gain and maintain status

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Students should focus on evolutionary explanations on the one hand, and a more proximate explanation on the other. Illustrations of each should be provided.

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a) self-assertiveness. b) withdrawn behavior and low sociability skills. c) motivation to achieve. d) likeable and successful.

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