The Numbers of Fledged Young of Female Swamp Sparrows of Different

question 69

Multiple Choice

The numbers of fledged young of female swamp sparrows of different sizes were assayed and are presented in the table. Assume that body size is at least partially heritable.What type of selection is most likely occurring in population B? Assume that all other aspects (survival, etc.) are independent of size.

• A) Stabilizing
• B) Directional
• C) Diversifying
• D) Sexual
• E) None of the above

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