In the Section "Investigating Life: Let Your Love Light Shine",a

question 49

Multiple Choice

In the section "Investigating Life: Let Your Love Light Shine",a male places a protein-rich packet of sperm called a spermatophore into the female's reproductive tract during mating.The spermatophore fertilizes the female and provides food for the eggs.Which of the following is a selective advantage for females?

• A)choosing a male who produces a lot of sperm
• B)choosing a larger male
• C)mating with multiple males
• D)choosing a male with a large spermatophore
• E)producing fewer eggs

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