What Is the Primary Distinction Between Artificial Selection and Natural

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Multiple Choice

What is the primary distinction between artificial selection and natural selection?

• A) Artificial selection is rapid; natural selection is not.
• B) Artificial selection can produce changes that are beyond what natural selection can produce.
• C) Artificial selection is selection that involves purpose, whereas natural selection does not.
• D) Artificial selection concerns only survival, whereas natural selection concerns both survival and reproduction.
• E) There are no real differences between artificial and natural selection.

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