Which One of the Following Statements About Evolution Is INCORRECT

question 149

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements about evolution is INCORRECT?

• A)Evolution of bacteria can be demonstrated in a laboratory by selecting for changes in various metabolic processes.
• B)Evolution led to the branches in the tree of life, but development of the organisms within a single branch has subsequently remained constant.
• C)Closely related species display a nested pattern of similarity.
• D)Organisms that are best able to reproduce contribute disproportionately to subsequent generations.
• E)Evolution is influenced by both genetic and environmental forces.

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Definitions:

Brainstem

The lower extension of the brain where it connects to the spinal cord, involved in regulating vital functions such as heart rate, breathing, and sleep cycles.

Spinal Cord

The major bundle of nerves running down the spine, connecting the brain to the rest of the body, responsible for transmitting sensory and motor information.

Deafferentation

Loss of incoming sensory input, usually due to damage to sensory fibers; also, loss of any afferent input to a structure.