Genetic Drift

question 62

Multiple Choice

Genetic drift:

• A) is a nonrandom change in the gene pool.
• B) has greatest effect in a large population.
• C) includes founder effect.
• D) is an accumulation of mutations.
• E) is not a mechanism of evolution.

Evaluate work hours in relation to productivity and international comparisons.

Understand the basic concepts of GDP per capita and its significance in comparing economic health.

Understand the basic principles of Malthusian theory regarding population growth and its checks.

Grasp the economic development and current economic status of China.

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