Predictions derived from the theories of kin selection

Ethnology and Sociobiology • Vol/Iss. 1 • Published In 1980 • Pages: 233-243 •

By Essock-Vitale, Susan M., McGuire, Michael T.

Abstract

This paper presents a series of predictions that are derived from the assumption that kin selection an altruism are evolved components of human social behavior. Several examples from the anthropological literature that pertain to these predictions are discussed. Data presented are mostly consistent with the predictions.

Hypotheses (5)
Hypothesis	Supported
"Kin will be given more unreciprocated help than nonkin, with close kin receiving the most unreciprocated help (236).	`UNKNOWN`
"Kin will be given more help than nonkin, with close kin receiving the most help" (236).	`UNKNOWN`
"Friendships will be reciprocal" (236).	`UNKNOWN`
"Large gifts and long-term loans are most likely to come from kin" (236).	`UNKNOWN`
"Assistance received will be a function of (1) kinship, (2) the ability to collect on debts, and (3) the ability to obtain credit" (241).	`UNKNOWN`

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Predictions derived from the theories of kin selection

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By Essock-Vitale, Susan M., McGuire, Michael T.

Abstract

Hypotheses (5)

Ethnology and Sociobiology • Vol/Iss. 1 • Published In 1980 • Pages: 233-243 •