Question

Genetic variation can aid in the survival of species when the environment changes. Which of the following is the best example of an organism with a genetic variation that could improve survival chances over time

Answer 1

Option 1

Step-by-step explanation:

The complete question is

Genetic variation can aid in the survival of species when the environment changes. Which of the following is the best example of an organism with a genetic variation that could improve survival chances over time?

1. an ant that is resistance to pesticide
2. a wasp that is infected with parasites
3. a cactus that has no spines
4. a mouse that has learned to avoid mousetraps

Solution

The survival chances of ants would be highest among all the species mentioned because it has developed a permanent resistance towards the pesticides used for killing insects. However, a mouse that has learned to avoid mousetrap will also have higher chances of survival but learning something cannot be counted as a genetic change.

Cactus without spines is a genetic change but it will not help in survival in fact it will have a negative impact on survival rate of cactus.

Hence, option 1 is correct