Why Does the Fitness of a Phenotype Depend on Frequency-Dependent

question 53

Multiple Choice

Why does the fitness of a phenotype depend on frequency-dependent selection?

• A) Because selection favors the least common phenotype.
• B) Because the least number of alleles are at that locus.
• C) Because sexual selection produces dimorphism.
• D) Because frequency-dependent selection acts against extreme phenotypes.

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Independent Variable

A variable in an experiment or model that is manipulated or categorized to observe its effect on the dependent variable.

Dependent Variable

In an experimental setting, the variable being tested and measured, which is expected to change as a result of modifications to the independent variable.

Independent Variables

Variables in an experiment that are manipulated to determine if they cause a change in the dependent variable.

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