Which of the Following Is an Example of Stabilizing Selection

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of stabilizing selection?

• A)selection for average birth weight in humans
• B)antibiotic resistance in bacteria
• C)decrease in the number of birds with intermediate-sized beaks who are unable to eat large or small seeds
• D)breeding dogs from wolves

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Definitions:

Homeostatic Mechanism

A process by which biological systems maintain stability and balance in response to external changes.

Incentive

Something that motivates or encourages an individual to take action or to perform a behavior.

External Goal

An objective or target that an individual aims to achieve, which is set outside of themselves, such as career achievements or material possessions.

Motivate Behaviour

The process of influencing or stimulating an individual to act in a certain way or pursue particular goals.