The Balance Model of Genetic Variation Proposes That

question 35

Multiple Choice

The balance model of genetic variation proposes that

• A) levels of genetic variation are determined by a balance between genetic drift and gene flow.
• B) natural selection maintains genetic variation in populations.
• C) most individuals in a population will be homozygous for alleles favored by natural selection.
• D) recurrent mutation and random processes maintain variation without natural selection.
• E) alleles that function best are strongly favored by natural selection.

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