Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE Regarding Intrasexual and Intersexual

question 172

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding intrasexual and intersexual selection?

• A)In species that demonstrate intersexual selection, male advertisement displays are often used to attract females.
• B)In species that demonstrate intersexual selection, smaller males often accumulate less territory (and have limited mating opportunities), as they are unable to win fights against larger males.
• C)The antlers of male moose are likely the result of intrasexual selection.
• D)The bright and elaborate feathers of birds of paradise are likely the result of intersexual selection.
• E)All of these choices are correct.

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