Protogynous Sequential Hermaphroditism May Be Favored Because When Large, the Individual

question 6

Multiple Choice

Protogynous sequential hermaphroditism may be favored because when large, the individual

• A) Will produce more offspring if it makes eggs
• B) Can compete successfully against other females for nesting sites
• C) Can compete successfully against other males for mates
• D) None of the above

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Definitions:

Quantitative Differences

Differences that can be measured and expressed numerically, indicating a variation in quantity or magnitude between entities or groups.

Polygenetic Inheritance

A form of inheritance where traits are governed by more than one gene, leading to a continuous range of possible phenotypes.

Phenotypic Expression

The observable physical or biochemical characteristics of an organism, as determined by both genetic makeup and environmental influences.

Genetic Drift

A mechanism of evolution that involves random changes in the frequency of alleles within a population over time.