NEET Solved Paper 2017 Question 60
Question: Artificial selection to obtain cows yielding higher milk output represents
Options:
A) Stabilizing followed by disruptive as it stabilizes the population to produce higher yielding cows
B) Stabilizing selection as it stabilizes this character in the population
C) Directional as it pushes the mean of the character in one direction
D) Disruptive as it splits the population into two one yielding higher output and the other lower output
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
- Artificial selection for cows that yield higher milk output is an example of directional selection. This type of selection occurs when individuals with traits on one end of the spectrum are favored, causing the population’s mean trait value to shift in that direction over time. In this case, the selection is pushing the population towards higher milk production.
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