Polygamy refers to __________.

A) a reproductive relationship in which several members of one sex mate with other members of that sex
B) a reproductive relationship in which several members of one sex mate with one individual of the other sex
C) a reproductive partnership between one male and one female
D) a reproductive partnership between two males or two females

Polygamy

Any mating system in which a member of one sex mates with several members of the opposite sex.

Reproductive Relationship

Describes a partnership primarily established for the purpose of having offspring, focusing on the biological or evolutionary aspects of reproduction.

Mating

The process by which organisms pair and reproduce, often involving complex behaviors to attract and select suitable partners.