If We Follow a Population Through Time and Observe That

question 35

Multiple Choice

If we follow a population through time and observe that allele frequencies change or genotypic frequencies change in this population,this may be because

• A)the population size is small.
• B)mating is non-random.
• C)selection is operating on the locus.
• D)Any of the above

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Definitions:

Unemployment Rate

The fraction of the labor force currently without employment but searching for jobs.

Labor Force

The total number of people who are eligible, willing, and able to work, including both the employed and those actively seeking employment.

Adult Population

The segment of the population that is of working age and eligible for employment, typically considered 18 years and older.

Discouraged Worker

An individual who is not actively looking for employment due to believing that no jobs are available for them.