Question

A "U-shaped" distribution for a trait, with high frequencies of individuals with either extreme value for a trait (and few individuals with a medium value) is most likely to be caused by ______ selection.

Answer 1

These are the options to complete the question

A. disruptive

B. neutral

C. frequency-dependent

D. stabilizing

E. directional

The ANSWER is A

A. Disruptive

Step-by-step explanation:

Disruptive selection is a type of selection that allows species with the smallest and largest values of the trait. These species possess the largest fitness and species with intermediate values are at a fitness risk or loss.