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Question
Which of the following is the form of selection that operates in most natural populations?
Options
Kin selection
Disruptive selection
Stabilizing selection
Directional selection
MCQ
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Solution
Stabilizing selection
Explanation:
Stabilizing selection is the form of natural selection that operates in most natural populations. It tends to eliminate extreme phenotypes and maintain the status quo by favoring the average traits, thus maintaining phenotypic stability across generations. This type of selection preserves well-adapted traits in stable environments.
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