When Individuals of an Intermediate Phenotype Are at a Relative

question 1

Multiple Choice

When individuals of an intermediate phenotype are at a relative disadvantage within the population,__________ selection is occurring.

• A)directional
• B)deleterious
• C)stabilizing
• D)disruptive
• E)discretionary

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Definitions:

Availability Heuristic

A quick mental leap utilizing examples that spontaneously arise in an individual's thoughts during the evaluation of a specific subject, concept, technique, or decision-making process.

Confirmation Bias

The predisposition to explore, decode, favor, and reminisce facts in a fashion that corroborates one's preconceived notions or speculations.

Certain Outcome

An outcome that is guaranteed or known to happen without any doubt.

Risky Outcome

A potential result of an action or decision that involves uncertainty and the possibility of negative consequences.