What factors may be important to evolution of eusociality

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Kin selection theory provides hypotheses of why organisms may provide benefits to relatives.

Describe kin selection, when it is expected to occur, and provide an example. Is there a conflict between the principle of kin selection and the evolution of siblicide? Also, Eusociality is said to be the epitome of kin selection. What factors may be important to the evolution of eusociality?

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