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In Old World monkeys, the swelling and changes in the color of the skin surrounding the female's genital areaa. is a sign of aggression
b. indicates a diseased state
c. is an indication of estrus
d. serves as a visual cue of a female's readiness to become aggressive
e. is also found in New World monkeys.
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