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What is the primary benefit of female baboons forming social bonds?
What is the primary benefit of female baboons forming social bonds?
- Their offspring are more likely to reach adulthood. (correct)
- They can defend their territory more effectively.
- They are less likely to be targeted by predators.
- They have better access to food resources.
How do strong social bonds help female baboons handle stress?
How do strong social bonds help female baboons handle stress?
- They cooperate in defending their territory from other groups.
- They spend more time together, which reduces stress levels. (correct)
- They share food resources more readily with their bonded partners.
- They engage in grooming behaviors with their bonded partners.
Which statement is true about the social bonds among female baboons?
Which statement is true about the social bonds among female baboons?
- Social bonds are only formed between mothers and their offspring.
- Only a few female baboons form social bonds within the group.
- All female baboons form equally strong social bonds.
- Some female baboons have stronger social bonds than others. (correct)
What is a potential consequence for female baboons with weak social bonds?
What is a potential consequence for female baboons with weak social bonds?
Which statement is NOT supported by the information in the text?
Which statement is NOT supported by the information in the text?
Why is grooming important for female baboons?
Why is grooming important for female baboons?
How does grooming contribute to offspring survival in baboons?
How does grooming contribute to offspring survival in baboons?
What is the significance of allogrooming in baboon social behavior?
What is the significance of allogrooming in baboon social behavior?
How do collective grooming events benefit female baboons?
How do collective grooming events benefit female baboons?
What role does grooming play in maternal bonds among baboons?
What role does grooming play in maternal bonds among baboons?
How does grooming relate to the relationship between females and dominant males in baboon communities?
How does grooming relate to the relationship between females and dominant males in baboon communities?
What is a potential challenge to ensuring the survival of newborn infants among baboons?
What is a potential challenge to ensuring the survival of newborn infants among baboons?
How do dominant females contribute to the protection of newborn infants?
How do dominant females contribute to the protection of newborn infants?
What role do dominant adult males play in safeguarding offspring in baboon groups?
What role do dominant adult males play in safeguarding offspring in baboon groups?
Why do female baboons who form strong bonds with adult males enjoy certain privileges?
Why do female baboons who form strong bonds with adult males enjoy certain privileges?
What is a key function of male baboons in maintaining a harmonious environment for raising young ones?
What is a key function of male baboons in maintaining a harmonious environment for raising young ones?
How do female baboons ensure the safety and wellbeing of their offspring according to the text?
How do female baboons ensure the safety and wellbeing of their offspring according to the text?
