The Combined Contribution of Dobzhansky, Mayr, and Simpson in the 1940s

question 36

Multiple Choice

The combined contribution of Dobzhansky, Mayr, and Simpson in the 1940s to 1950s was to

• A) rewrite Darwin from anecdotal to scientific terms
• B) explain mathematical predictions of earlier scientists so others could understand them
• C) note that body cell mutations cannot be passed on to subsequent generations
• D) emphasize the role of chance in mutations and selection as well as in drift

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Germany

A country in Central Europe known for its rich history, technological innovations, and economic power.