Studying the Evolution of Behavior Is More Difficult Than Studying

question 293

Multiple Choice

Studying the evolution of behavior is more difficult than studying the evolution of physical traits mainly because

• A) behaviors tend to evolve more slowly.
• B) natural selection generally does not operate on behaviors.
• C) behaviors are more susceptible to genetic drift.
• D) behaviors may occur infrequently and may not last very long.

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