Which of the Following Processes Causes a Neutral Allele to Increase

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following processes causes a neutral allele to increase in frequency because it is linked to an allele under selection?

• A) mutation
• B) genetic drift
• C) genetic hitchhiking
• D) background selection

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Definitions:

Selective Expectation

The psychological phenomenon where individuals perceive and interpret information based on their preconceptions, leading to a biased view of outcomes.

Productivity Suffers

A situation where the efficiency or output of work decreases due to various factors.

Emotional Interference

The impact of one's emotions on their cognitive processes, potentially hindering decision-making or problem-solving abilities.

Selective Perception

The process by which individuals perceive what they want in media messages while ignoring opposing viewpoints.