Which Mode(s) of Selection Lead(s) to a Reduction in Variation

question 212

Multiple Choice

Which mode(s) of selection lead(s) to a reduction in variation but no change in the mean?

• A) Stabilizing selection only
• B) Directional selection only
• C) Disruptive selection only
• D) Both stabilizing and disruptive selection
• E) Both directional and disruptive selection

---

Definitions:

Double-Barreled

A type of question or statement that asks about two different things simultaneously, making it challenging to answer or address directly.

Yea-Saying

A response bias wherein participants in a study agree or say 'yes' to questions regardless of their actual opinion.

Nay-Saying

A response bias in survey research where participants consistently disagree or respond negatively to questions.

Negatively Worded

Refers to items or statements framed in a manner that uses negative expressions, often used in surveys or assessments to check consistency of responses.