Most agonistic interactions follow the upper sequence (display + submission) rather than full fights because:
- A
Fighting is genetically programmed and unavoidable
- B
Submission has no fitness consequence
- C
Displays produce more offspring directly
- Dcheck_circle
Ritualized displays settle disputes at lower cost than physical combat
Explanation
Ritualized agonistic displays allow individuals to assess each other and settle conflicts without the high fitness costs of injury from fighting.