Which of These Conditions Are Always True of Populations Evolving

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of these conditions are always true of populations evolving due to natural selection?
Condition 1: The population must vary in traits that are heritable.
Condition 2: Some heritable traits must increase reproductive success.
Condition 3: Individuals pass on most traits that they acquire during their lifetime.

• A) Condition 1 only
• B) Condition 2 only
• C) Conditions 1 and 2
• D) Conditions 2 and 3

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