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Microbes have been major selective agents for humans, particularly before the arrival of modern medicine.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Differential resistance to infectious diseases such as smallpox has influenced the distribution of the enzyme lactase.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.



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Answer to Question 1

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