What Reasons Explain Why Myxomatosis Virulence Declined in European Rabbits

question 33

Multiple Choice

What reasons explain why Myxomatosis virulence declined in European rabbits outside of their native range?

• A) Myxoma evolved toward becoming benign
• B) Myxoma virulence was selected against
• C) Intermediate virulence was selected for
• D) There was selection for increased transmissibility

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