Question

A scientist uses artificial selection to produce a new type of cow. Compared to their parents, the new cows are _____.

A)a different species with a different genetic makeup


B)the same species with a different genetic makeup


C)the same species with the same genetic makeup


D)a different species with the same genetic makeup

Answer 1

B) the same species with a different genetic makeup

Answer 2

Answer;

B)the same species with a different genetic makeup

Explanation;

• Artificial selection also known as selective breeding involves the selection of desirable traits in agricultural products or animals, rather than allowing the species to undergo evolution and change gradually without interference.
• For example, farmers chose cattle with beneficial traits such as more milk production and breed them, such that the beneficial traits are passed on to the offspring.
• The result is that the new cattle are of the same species and only differ in the genetic composition which influence the genotype.