Question

Study the charactristics of a population represented in the graphs below.

Mark the correct graph that represents the type of selection that this population is likely to undergo

A. Directional selection
B. Stablising selection
C. Disruptive selection
D. Balancing selection

Answer 1

Correct Answer - A
This population is likely to undergo directional selection, in which the population changes towards one particualr direction. Here, directional selection is favouring small sized individuals and more individuals of that type will be present in enxt generation. Hence the means size of population changes.