Which General Term Is Used to Group Various Biological and Behavioral

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which general term is used to group various biological and behavioral properties of organisms that act to prevent or reduce interbreeding?

• A) phyletic evolution
• B) allopatric speciation
• C) reproductive isolating mechanisms
• D) inbreeding
• E) genetic divergence

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Definitions:

Operating Profit

Earnings of a business before interest and taxes are deducted.

Rate of Mark-up

A pricing strategy calculation, expressed as a percentage, indicating how much higher a product's selling price is compared to its cost to produce or purchase.

Overhead Expenses

Costs not directly tied to the creation of a product or service but necessary for running a business, such as rent and utilities.

Volume Discount

A price reduction applied to a purchase based on the quantity of items bought, encouraging larger orders.