Which of the hypotheses for the evolution of cognitive complexity in primates was/were supported by the results of Dunbar’s test using data on brain anatomy across primate species?
Select one:
a. ecological and social intelligence hypotheses
b. social intelligence hypothesis
c. none of these hypotheses were supported
d. ecological intelligence hypothesis
Answer:- (b) social intelligence hypothesis.
Explanation:- This hypothesis supports the results of Dunbar's test using data on brain anatomy. According to Dunbar, human intelligence is primarily means for surviving in large complex social groups and reproduce to increase their numbers not for solving the ecological problems. Primates need large brain size because their form of sociality is much more complex than other species. So the correct answer is option (b).
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