Question

1. what is evolution?

a. an increase in complexity over time
b. the tendency of species to improve over time
c. any change to the genetic composition of a population
d. all of the above

Explanation:

Evolution is defined as any change in the genetic composition of a population over generations. Option a is incorrect because evolution doesn't always mean an increase in complexity. Option b is wrong as evolution isn't about species "improving" in a value - judgment sense. Option d is incorrect since a and b are wrong. Only option c aligns with the scientific definition of evolution.

Answer:

C. Any change to the genetic composition of a population