In a savanna ecosystem, scientists investigate a species of antelope. Male antelopes display elaborate horns, which are used in ritualized combat during the mating season. Females are observed to choose mates with larger and more symmetrical horns. Which hypothesis suggests that the preference for males with larger and more symmetrical horns is based on the direct correlation between horn size and the male's overall physical condition? Group of answer choices Runaway sexual selection Good health hypothesis Good DNA hypothesis Sexy son hypothesis

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In a savanna ecosystem, scientists investigate a species of antelope. Male antelopes display elaborate horns, which are used in ritualized combat during the mating season. Females are observed to choose mates with larger and more symmetrical horns. Which hypothesis suggests that the preference for males with larger and more symmetrical horns is based on the direct correlation between horn size and the male's overall physical condition?

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Runaway sexual selection
Good health hypothesis
Good DNA hypothesis
Sexy son hypothesis
 
 
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