Which of the Following Concepts Asserts That Genetically Related Characteristics

question 158

Multiple Choice

Which of the following concepts asserts that genetically related characteristics that increase the likelihood of survival and reproduction will become more common in a species over time?

• A) mutation
• B) adaptation
• C) natural selection
• D) evolution

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