Deep Coalescence in Molecular Data Is Most Likely When Branches

question 19

Multiple Choice

Deep coalescence in molecular data is most likely when branches are ________ and population sizes are ________.

• A) short; large
• B) short; small
• C) large; large
• D) large; small

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Definitions:

Mate Choice

The process by which an individual selects a partner based on certain traits or behaviors that are indicative of high genetic quality or compatibility.

Female Fruit Flies

Refers to the female specimens of fruit flies, often studied for genetics, behavior, and evolutionary biology.

Sperm-Transferring Pedipalps

In certain arachnids, modified appendages used by males to transfer sperm to the female during reproduction.

Male Spider

A reference to the male of the spider species, which often engages in complex mating rituals and sometimes faces post-mating cannibalism by the female.