The Only Process That Can Lead to Adaptations and Directed

question 68

Multiple Choice

The only process that can lead to adaptations and directed genetic change of a population is:

• A) natural selection.
• B) mutation.
• C) migration.
• D) genetic drift.
• E) inbreeding.

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