Which Process or Event Was Required for Sympatric Speciation in the Apple

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which process or event was required for sympatric speciation in the apple maggot fly?

• A) Genetic drift
• B) Stabilizing selection
• C) Disruptive selection
• D) Geographic barriers
• E) Polyploidy

Apply combinatorial methods to solve probability problems.

Develop critical thinking through the application of probability to decision-making.

Understand the differences between direct quotations, paraphrasing, and summarizing.

Recognize and avoid plagiarism by properly citing sources.

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