Question

Which of the following is the best explanation for why finches on one of the islands in the Galapagos have large beaks while finches on another island have small beaks?

a.
Over time, the finches on the island adapted as a result of competition for resources.
b.
Finches migrated until they found finches with similar beak sizes.
c.
Finches spontaneously changed their beak size in order to better access food supplies.
d.
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Answer 1

The correct answer is A)

Overtime, the finches on the island adapted as a result of competition for resources.

Step-by-step explanation:

The finches beaks adapted to the food source which was favored by natural selection. The successful finches that had the most useful beak for their island survived and therefore reproduced.

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