Costly Signaling Refers to __________

Costly signaling refers to __________.

A) signals to potential social allies that you are a costly partner because you require a greater than average amount of reciprocation
B) an incapability of investment because the costs you incur exceed the benefits you are capable of bestowing
C) altruism that is not costly but yields a signal to others that he or she is willing to invest
D) altruism that is costly to the provider and thereby yields honest signals to others regarding one's quality as a coalitional ally

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