The Tendency of Individuals with Similar Genes to Have Children

question 123

Multiple Choice

The tendency of individuals with similar genes to have children is referred to as

• A)natural selection.
• B)assortative mating.
• C)intelligent mating.
• D)selective reproduction.

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