Which of the Following Statements Is False

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false?

• A) A population must contain variation in heritable characters.
• B) In a population composed of identical individuals there is no potential for change.
• C) Variation is the fuel for any change.
• D) Evolution is driven by reproduction and variation, for evolution is genetic variation.
• E) New forms of genes (new alleles) arise by phenotypic mutation.

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Definitions:

Cannon-Bard Theory

A theory of emotion that suggests emotions and bodily changes occur simultaneously, not sequentially.

Subcortical Brain Activity

Neural processes happening below the cerebral cortex involved in basic life functions, emotions, and reactions.

Selye Calls Hassles

Minor everyday stressors or annoyances as identified by Hans Selye in his research on stress.

Dweck's Concept

Refers to Carol Dweck's theory of mindset, suggesting that individuals can be categorized based on their beliefs about where ability comes from, including fixed and growth mindsets.