Which of the following explains how natural selection leads to evolution?

A. Conditions in the environment reduce competition for resources within a species.
B. Helpful variations accumulate among surviving members of the species.
C. Overproduction provides food for stronger members of the species.
D. Environmental changes favor weaker members of the species.

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Which of the following explains how natural selection leads to evolution?

A. Conditions in the environment reduce competition for resources within a species.
B. Helpful variations accumulate among surviving members of the species.
C. Overproduction provides food for stronger members of the species.
D. Environmental changes favor weaker members of the species.

jjhalie · Answer

Environmental changes favor weaker members of the species.

Anonymous · Answer

Natural selection leads to evolution through the accumulation of helpful variations in surviving members of a species. This process involves variations among individuals, competition for limited resources, and survival of the fittest traits. The correct answer to the question is option B, as it accurately reflects this mechanism of evolution. 
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