Divergent Evolution Occurs When

question 42

Multiple Choice

Divergent evolution occurs when

• A)closely related populations or species diverge from one another because natural selection operates differently on each of them.
• B)two or more populations or species become more similar to each other because they are exposed to similar selective conditions.
• C)Both of the above
• D)None of the above

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