Egg Laying in Fruit Flies Can Be Triggered (Induced) When

Egg laying in fruit flies can be triggered (induced) when males transfer their sperm to females. Which of the following is a selective advantage of induced egg laying for the male flies?

A) The males do not have to produce as much sperm.
B) More eggs can be fertilized.
C) A male fly's sperm is more likely to be used for fertilization.
D) Less time and energy is expended by the male.

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