Which of the following statements support the critics of evolutionary psychologists?

a. In most species of birds, fish, and mammals, males are sexually ardent and often have many female partners.
b. Very few females have sex when they are ovulating or pregnant.
c. Males in many species stick around and feed infants.
d. Sexual attitudes vary very little between cultures.


Answer: c

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