[Campbell Biology P.74] According to the provided diagram illustrating natural selection, w... | Practice Question

According to the provided diagram illustrating natural selection, which two factors directly contribute to "Differences in reproductive success of individuals" after being influenced by "Environmental factors"?

  • A: Hereditary variations and overproduction of offspring and competition.
  • B: Population of organisms and evolution of adaptations in the population.
  • C: Environmental factors and hereditary variations.
  • D: Overproduction of offspring and competition and environmental factors.

Explanation

The diagram clearly shows that "Hereditary variations" and "Overproduction of offspring and competition" are the two primary inputs that, when subjected to "Environmental factors," lead to "Differences in reproductive success of individuals."