Which statement is correct, based on current evolutionary theory? a. Selection will favor alleles only if they are good for the species. b. Selection will favor alleles only if, on average, they increase the reproductive success of individuals who have them. c.

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Which statement is correct, based on current evolutionary theory?
a.
Selection will favor alleles only if they are good for the species.
b.
Selection will favor alleles only if, on average, they increase the reproductive success of individuals who have them.
c.
In small populations genetic drift can be more effective than natural selection in building adaptations. 
d.
Selection sometimes favors alleles that systematically lower the reproductive success of the individuals who have them.
e.
Two of the above are correct.
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Natural selection is a process in which nature select the best individual who is able to survive in the changing conditions and Excel in that environment.

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