Given a Population That Contains Genetic Variation, What Is the Correct

question 44

Multiple Choice

Given a population that contains genetic variation, what is the correct sequence of the following events, under the influence of natural selection?
1) Well-adapted individuals leave more offspring than do poorly adapted individuals.
2) A change occurs in the environment.
3) Genetic frequencies within the population change.
4) Poorly adapted individuals have decreased survivorship.

• A) 2 → 4 → 1 → 3
• B) 4 → 2 → 1 → 3
• C) 4 → 1 → 2 → 3
• D) 4 → 2 → 3 → 1
• E) 2 → 4 → 3 → 1