Adaptive Evolution

question 69

Multiple Choice

Adaptive evolution

• A) is large-scale movement of a single species over a new geographic area.
• B) occurs when a more adapted species causes the extinction of a less adapted one.
• C) is the process by which natural selection improves the match between an organism and its environment over time.
• D) is an increase in the adaptiveness of many species that have already evolved.

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Definitions:

Collectivist Societies

Societies or cultures that prioritize the group over the individual, focusing on communal goals and shared responsibilities.

Cultural Variations

The differences in beliefs, behaviors, and social norms among various cultures, influenced by geographical, historical, and sociopolitical factors.

Implicit Attitude

Unconscious associations and feelings towards people, objects, or concepts that influence one’s thoughts and actions.

Egalitarian

A belief in or promotion of the principle that all people are equal and deserve equal rights and opportunities.