The principle of natural selection proposes that certain ...

[imowrer]

The principle of natural selection proposes that certain characteristics will become more prevalent in a species to the extent that these
 
  A) are associated with multiple genetic mutations.
  B) inhibit reproductive behaviors.
  C) increase the likelihood that an organism will successfully reproduce.
  D) impair adaption to the local environment.
  E) impair appetite.

Question 2

Which of the following is true of genetic mutations?
 
  A) Mutations have mostly beneficial effects.
  B) Mutations commonly increase the survivability of affected offspring.
  C) Mutations rarely result in problems for the affected offspring.
  D) Most mutations are deleterious.
  E) Mutations cannot confer selective advantages to the affected offspring.

[pangili4]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: C
Rationale: The principle of natural selection proposes that certain characteristics will become more prevalent in a species to the extent that these increase the likelihood that an organism will successfully reproduce.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D
Rationale: Most genetic mutations are deleterious.

[imowrer]

Thank you!

[pangili4]

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