Most Swiss Starlings Produce Four to Five Eggs in Each

question 27

Multiple Choice

Most Swiss starlings produce four to five eggs in each clutch. Those producing fewer or more than this have reduced fitness. Which of the following terms best describes this?

• A)artificial selection
• B)directional selection
• C)stabilizing selection
• D)disruptive selection
• E)sexual selection

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