What Is Punctuated Equilibrium

question 43

Multiple Choice

What is punctuated equilibrium?

• A) another word for phyletic gradualism
• B) the idea that species remain stable for long periods, then evolve rapidly
• C) the idea that new species originate from small changes
• D) a phenomenon that occurs in divergent, but not convergent, evolution
• E) an idea that would garner more support if missing fossil links could be found

Recognize the limitations of causal reasoning methods in establishing causality.

Synthesize learned methods to approach and explain real-world problems.

Understand what an argument by analogy is and how it functions.

Identify the necessary components of a strong argument by analogy.

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