If Maintaining High Survival and Reproduction Would Increase an Individual's

question 16

Multiple Choice

If maintaining high survival and reproduction would increase an individual's fitness at any age, what is the most likely reason these traits decline with age in humans?

• A) fewer reproductive opportunities
• B) increased risk of death from childbirth
• C) DNA damaged over time
• D) increased exposure to toxins
• E) less efficient metabolism

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Definitions:

Unipolar Depression

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