Which of the Following Statements About the Evolution of Behavior

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the evolution of behavior is correct?

• A)Natural selection will favor behavior that enhances survival and reproduction.
• B)An animal may show behavior that minimizes reproductive fitness.
• C)If a behavior is less than optimal,it will eventually become optimal through natural selection.
• D)Innate behaviors can never be altered by natural selection.

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