Imagine That a Population of Hummingbirds with an Intermediate Beak

question 88

Multiple Choice

Imagine that a population of hummingbirds with an intermediate beak size develops longer beaks over time. This is an example of:

• A)directional selection.
• B)stabilizing selection.
• C)disruptive selection.
• D)sexual selection.
• E)genetic drift.

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Definitions:

Closing Process

The procedure in accounting that involves the transfer of all income and expense account balances to the retained earnings to prepare the ledger for the next accounting period.

Real Accounts

Accounts that relate to assets, liabilities, and equity, which are not closed at the end of the accounting period and carry their balances into future periods.

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Accounts that carry their balances over into the next accounting period, such as assets, liabilities, and equity accounts.

End-of-period Spreadsheet

A tool used in accounting to compile all financial information before closing the books at the end of a reporting period.