Question

which of the following was the average beak size of finches on the island of daphne major in 1976?
a 8.8 mm
b 9.5 mm
c 10.2 mm
d 13.8 mm
the graphs above show the population size and distribution of beak sizes in a finch population on the island of daphne major in the galapagos in 1976 and 1978. smaller - beaked finches are better suited for eating grasses and small seeds. larger - beaked finches are better suited for cracking larger seeds and nuts. in 1977 a drought took place and the

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the 1976 graph

Look at the "Distribution of Beak Size in a Population of Finches, 1976" graph. The vertical dashed line in the 1976 histogram represents the average beak size.

Step2: Identify the value

From the 1976 graph, the vertical dashed line is at \(9.5\) mm.

Answer:

B. \(9.5\) mm