A Small Population Is at a Greater Risk of Extinction

question 10

Multiple Choice

A small population is at a greater risk of extinction because

• A)there is less competition within the population.
• B)of an increase in the genetic diversity within the population.
• C)most of the individuals would likely die in a stochastic event (e.g., wildfire).
• D)females can no longer reproduce.

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Definitions:

Sexual Orientation

An inherent or immutable enduring emotional, romantic or sexual attraction to other people.

Gender Typing

The process by which a child becomes aware of their gender and thus behaves accordingly by adopting values and attributes of members of the sex that they identify with.

Sexual Orientation

Sexual orientation is an enduring pattern of emotional, romantic, or sexual attractions to men, women, or both sexes.

Gender Typing

The process by which a child becomes aware of their gender and thus behaves accordingly by adopting values and attributes deemed appropriate for their biological sex.