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Relationships Flashcards

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Evolutionary explanations

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Focuses on the adaptive nature of behaviour

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Sexual selection

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Darwin’s theory - evolution is driven by competition for mates and development of characteristics that ensure reproductive success

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Intrasexual selection

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Individuals compete with other members of their sex (usually males)

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Intersexual selection

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Individuals evolve preferences for desirable qualities in potential mates (e.g. resources, attractiveness)

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Long-term mate preferences

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Females most attracted to males who can provide resources

Males most attracted to females who display signals of fertility

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