Female rhesus monkeys are more likely to engage in fights with male monkeys
a. just prior to menstruation.
b. just after menstruation.
c. only when threatened by the arrival of a new female in the social group.
d. near the time of ovulation.
e. during puberty.
Answer: d. near the time of ovulation.
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