Question

1 multiple choice 1 point which type of selection favors the average phenotype over extremes? disruptive selection directional selection stabilizing selection balancing selection

Explanation:

Stabilizing selection is defined as natural selection that favors the average phenotype in a population, reducing variation by selecting against extreme phenotypes. Disruptive selection favors extremes, directional selection shifts toward one extreme, and balancing selection maintains multiple phenotypes.

Answer:

Stabilizing selection