The Type of Selection Most Likely to Act on a Well-Adapted

question 68

Multiple Choice

The type of selection most likely to act on a well-adapted population in a relatively constant environment is

• A) directional.
• B) disruptive.
• C) stabilizing.
• D) nonrandom.
• E) artificial.

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Definitions:

Anxiety Disorders

A group of mental health disorders characterized by excessive fear, anxiety, apprehension, and worry that is difficult to control, causing significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by pervasive and exaggerated worry about multiple aspects of life, beyond what is warranted by the situation.

Cognitive-behavioral Explanation

An approach that combines cognitive and behavioral techniques to treat psychological disorders, emphasizing the role of thoughts and behaviors in the development and maintenance of problems.

Panic Attack

A sudden episode of intense fear or anxiety and physical symptoms, based on a perceived threat rather than imminent danger.