If Birds with Larger Beaks Are Favoured by the Environment

question 18

Multiple Choice

If birds with larger beaks are favoured by the environment, it is likely that ________ selection will occur.

• A)directional
• B)disruptive
• C)stabilizing
• D)standardizing

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