What Is the Fundamental Evolutionary Trade-Off Between Variables That Constrain

question 11

Multiple Choice

What is the fundamental evolutionary trade-off between variables that constrain reproduction in mammals?

• A) number of estrous cycles versus female's life span
• B) number of adult males versus number of adult females in a group
• C) sex ratio of offspring versus quantity of offspring
• D) quality versus quantity of offspring

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