You Want to Study Divergence of Populations, and You Need

question 21

Multiple Choice

You want to study divergence of populations, and you need to maximise the rate of divergence to see results within the period of your grant funding. You will form a new population by taking some individuals from a source population and isolating them so the two populations cannot interbreed. What combination of characteristics would maximise your chance of seeing divergence in this study?
1) Choose a random sample of individuals to form the new population.
2) Choose individuals from one extreme to form the new population.
3) Choose a species to study that produces many offspring.
4) Choose a species to study that produces a few, large offspring.
5) Place the new population in the same type of environment as the source population.
6) Place the new population in a novel environment compared to that of the source population.

• A) 1, 3, and 6
• B) 1, 4, and 6
• C) 2, 3, and 5
• D) 2, 3, and 6

Identify modern manifestations of racism in media.

Comprehend the historical and current underrepresentation of people of color in advertisements.

Analyze the accuracy of minority representation in U.S. media.

Understand media's reliance on conventional formats due to constraints.

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Definitions:

Individual's Characteristics

The unique attributes, traits, and qualities that define a person and distinguish them from others.

Attachment Style

A psychological construct that describes the nature of emotional bonds between individuals, often categorized into secure, anxious, and avoidant styles, developed in early childhood.

Egocentric Responses

Reactions centered around one's own perspective, failing to consider the viewpoints or feelings of others.

Emotional Memories

Memories that are strongly influenced by the emotions experienced during the event, which can significantly affect an individual's recall and perception of that memory.