Compared to a Large Mainland Population, Genetic Drift in a Small

question 29

Multiple Choice

Compared to a large mainland population, genetic drift in a small island population is

• A)less important because there is less variation with which to work.
• B)less important because only a few individuals do all the breeding.
• C)more important because of a smaller gene pool.
• D)more important because of the absence of competition.

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