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Factors Affecting Biological Diversity — Quiz

Question 1 • Biology

Which of these can result in a population looking more similar over time and can be described as selection against both extremes of a trait?

Answer
A
stabilizing selection
B
directional selection
C
disruptive selection
D
species selection

Explanation

Stabilizing selection favors individuals with intermediate trait values and selects against individuals at both extremes. Over generations, this can make the population more similar because fewer individuals have extreme traits. The correct choice is stabilizing selection.

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