Which of the Following Is True Regarding a Balanced Polymorphism

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding a balanced polymorphism?

• A) The frequency of alleles is not changing over time
• B) The homozygous condition for the alleles is not advantageous to the organism
• C) An example in humans is sickle-cell anemia
• D) All of the answers are correct

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