Question

multiple choice 1 point
which of the following best distinguishes artificial selection from natural selection?
natural selection occurs only in laboratory conditions
artificial selection is driven by human choice; natural selection occurs in nature
artificial selection favors random mutations
natural selection produces weaker species

Explanation:

Artificial selection is when humans choose which organisms reproduce (e.g., breeding dogs for specific traits). Natural selection is a natural process where organisms better adapted to their environment survive and reproduce more. The key difference is the role of human choice in artificial selection.

• Option 1: Natural selection occurs in nature, not just labs.
• Option 3: Both can involve mutations, but artificial selection is guided by humans, not just random.
• Option 4: Natural selection can lead to stronger (more adapted) species.

Answer:

B. Artificial selection is driven by human choice; natural selection occurs in nature