Alleles Must Change Somewhat from One Generation to the Next

question 22

Multiple Choice

Alleles must change somewhat from one generation to the next in order for evolution to occur. How can this happen in asexual reproduction?

• A) It can't. Asexual organisms don't evolve. Instead they die out and are replaced by others.
• B) Mutations occur that alter alleles.
• C) Asexually reproducing organisms all reproduce sexually in times of stress.
• D) When eggs and sperm mix, even in asexual reproduction, the resulting allele combinations are different
• E) Scientist do not know how asexual organisms evolve.

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