Which of the Following Best Summarizes the Process of Evolution

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best summarizes the process of evolution by natural selection?

• A) Most mutations have harmful effects and therefore increase in frequency over time.
• B) Mutations that do not affect the fitness of individuals are selected to decrease in frequency over time.
• C) Natural selection results in mutations that disrupt finely tuned processes.
• D) Mutations that improve the fitness of individuals will tend to increase in frequency over time.