The Theory of Natural Selection States That

question 87

Multiple Choice

The theory of natural selection states that

• A) all individuals live to reproduce in each generation.
• B) the most well-adapted individuals in their environments survive and reproduce, contributing the most genes to the next generation.
• C) random assortment of genes results in better physical characteristics in the following generations.
• D) only the largest and strongest individuals survive.
• E) individuals that mutate in response to changes in their environment will contribute the most genes to the next generation.

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Definitions:

Original Data Set

The initial collection of data acquired before any manipulation, cleaning, or analysis has been conducted.

New Values

Refers to data points that have been introduced into a dataset or calculation, differing from previous values.

Bias

A systematic error or distortion in results or data, leading to incorrect conclusions, often caused by a preconception or prejudice.

Resample

The act of drawing a new sample from an original dataset, often with replacement, for the purpose of statistical analysis or bootstrap methods.