An Inherited Characteristic That Increased in a Population (Through Natural

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Multiple Choice

An inherited characteristic that increased in a population (through natural selection) because it helped solve a problem of survival or reproduction during the time it emerged describes

• A) natural selection.
• B) inclusive fitness.
• C) an adaptation.
• D) fitness.

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