Which Statement Regarding Genetic Diversity Is Most Accurate

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which statement regarding genetic diversity is most accurate?

• A)Larger genes are more likely to display diversity than small genes.
• B)Genetic diversity is significant only when a population is isolated.
• C)Genetic disorders are more common in populations that have greater genetic diversity.
• D)Population bottlenecks result in loss of alleles that provide minimal selection advantage.

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