The Fact That Over Time Organisms Possessing Advantageous Characteristics Tend

question 16

Multiple Choice

The fact that over time organisms possessing advantageous characteristics tend to live longer and produce more offspring than organisms without these characteristics is an example of

• A) Natural selection
• B) Imprinting
• C) Kin selection
• D) Attachment

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Definitions:

Amortized

The process of gradually writing off the initial cost of an asset or reducing debt over a period, typically in regular, fixed payments that cover both principal and interest.

Research and Development

activities in connection with corporate or governmental innovation. R&D is a component of innovation and is situated at the front end of the innovation lifecycle.

Accumulation of Cash

Accumulation of cash refers to the process of systematically saving and collecting cash within a company for future use, often for investment, operational needs, or as a reserve.

Recognition of Depreciation

The accounting process of systematically allocating the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, reflecting the asset's consumption, wear and tear, or obsolescence.