Question

Which of the following best expresses the concept of natural selection?

A) differential reproductive success based on inherited traits
B) inheritance of acquired characteristics
C) change in response to need
D) a process of constant improvement, leading eventually to perfection
E) survival of the fastest

Answer 1

The correct answer is - option A. differential reproductive success based on inherited traits

Step-by-step explanation:

Natural selection is the differential reproductive and survival of particular population due to the difference of shared characteristics that are inherited in a specific environment. In other words natural selection is differential reproductive success based on inherited traits.

The term differential reproductive success is suggests that comparing and analyzing successful reproduction rates between groups statistically which means how many individuals of the population left behind due to not inheriting traits require for survival.

Thus, the correct answer is - option A. differential reproductive success based on inherited traits