Which of These Conditions Are Always True of Populations Evolving

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of these conditions are always true of populations evolving due to natural selection?
Condition 1:
The population must vary in traits that are heritable.
Condition 2:
Some heritable traits must increase reproductive success.
Condition 3:
Individuals pass on all traits they acquire during their lifetime.

• A)Condition 1 only
• B)Condition 2 only
• C)Conditions 1 and 2
• D)Conditions 2 and 3
• E)Conditions 1,2,and 3

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