How Can We Explain the Exquisite Complexity of Some Complex

question 1

Multiple Choice

How can we explain the exquisite complexity of some complex traits,such as the vertebrate eye?

• A)Each intermediate step toward the evolution of complex traits was itself adaptive.
• B)Intermediate stages of complex traits were functional and selected for in the past but were selected for a function other than that observed today.
• C)A and B
• D)None of the above

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