Which of the Following Is Correct About Genetic Variation

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is correct about genetic variation?

• A)It is created by the direct action of natural selection.
• B)It arises in response to changes in the environment.
• C)It must be present in a population before natural selection can act upon the population.
• D)It tends to be reduced when diploid organisms produce gametes and reproduce.
• E)A population that has a higher average heterozygosity has less genetic variation than one with a lower average heterozygosity.

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