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The two graphs below show data at the beginning and end of a study on a certain population of parrots. Which type of selection do the two graphs illustrate?

A) disruptive
B) directional
C) stabilizing

The two graphs below show data at the beginning and end of a study on a certain population-example-1
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Answer:

C) stabilizing

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The answer for this question is letter c. Stabilizing selection is the contradictory or opposite of disruptive selection. As opposed to preferring individuals with extreme phenotypes, it favoritisms the middle variants (as seen in the graphs). It decreases phenotypic disparity and maintains the status quo.

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