The Phyletic Gradualism Model of Evolution Assumes That the Rate

question 103

Multiple Choice

The phyletic gradualism model of evolution assumes that the rate of evolutionary change is characterized by:

• A)abrupt changes followed by periods of no change at all
• B)slow but constant change
• C)rapid but constant change
• D)alternating patterns of rapid and slow periods of change

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Mainstreaming

An educational strategy that involves placing students with special needs in general education classrooms, promoting their inclusion in typical academic and social activities.

Encoding

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Memory Function

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