Which Mode of Selection Is Most Likely to Lead to an Increase

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which mode of selection is most likely to lead to an increase in phenotypic variation?

• A) Disruptive selection
• B) Stabilizing selection
• C) Directional selection
• D) Purifying selection
• E) Concentrated selection

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