I think the answer would be B.. i think hope this helps
The result is that males consume more food when in the presence of females.
It could be assumed that males are compelled (subconsciously) to eat more because they are nervous/tense around female companions. Or it could also be (presumably) because males are unconsciously trying to assert strength and being active.
The result needs more context. How was this acquired? Were the males on a date with females? What is the context of the relationship?
All these are types of metaphors, which is a figurative language that describes an object or action in a way that isn't literally true, but helps explain the idea or make a comparison.
A metaphor says one thing is another thing, it equates these two things in order to compare or make a symbolism.
All of these excerpts create a poetic tone and a colourful mood.