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Which of the following statements is not consistent with Darwin's theory of natural selection?
Which of the following statements is not consistent with Darwin's theory of natural selection?
- All individuals in a population have identical traits. (correct)
- Individuals with advantageous traits are more likely to survive and reproduce.
- Traits that increase an individual's chances of survival will be passed on to their offspring.
- Over time, advantageous traits become more common in a population.
Which of the following is an example of natural selection?
Which of the following is an example of natural selection?
- A plant growing taller to reach more sunlight.
- A person developing a resistance to a disease after being vaccinated.
- A farmer breeding the largest cows to create a larger herd.
- A bird with a longer beak being more successful at obtaining food and passing on its genes. (correct)
Which of the following is a key component of natural selection?
Which of the following is a key component of natural selection?
- All individuals within a population have identical traits.
- Advantageous traits are randomly distributed among individuals in a population.
- Individuals with the most offspring will always have the most advantageous traits.
- Individuals with advantageous traits are more likely to survive and reproduce. (correct)
