Which of the Following Statements Best Describes Evolution

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes evolution?

• A) Populations change genetically from one generation to the next.
• B) The match between individuals and their environment decreases over time.
• C) Natural selection favors the most abundant trait.
• D) Individuals change in response to changes in the environment.

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