Question

question 10(multiple choice worth 4 points)
(02.05 mc)
conditions under which natural selection occurs in a population of tortoises are described in the table below:
natural selection description
condition description
a the population comprises smaller adult tortoises and larger adult tortoise
b food is scarce on the island where the population is present
which factor contributes to natural selection for each condition?
condition a and condition b represent competition.
condition a and condition b represent inherited variation.
condition a represents competition, and condition b represents inherited variation.
condition a represents inherited variation, and condition b represents competition.

Explanation:

Inherited variation refers to differences in traits among individuals in a population that are passed on from parents to offspring. Condition A, with smaller and larger adult tortoises, shows this variation. Competition occurs when resources are limited. Condition B, with scarce food, represents competition for resources.

Answer:

Condition A represents inherited variation, and Condition B represents competition.