Question

multiple choice question
semelparity is a reproductive pattern common in ____, whereas iteroparity is a reproductive pattern common in ____.

most insects that produce multiple times throughout their lifetime; most vertebrates that have one key reproductive event

vertebrates that produce only one offspring during a reproductive event; insects that produce multiple offspring during a reproductive event

common in vertebrates that vary in the number of reproductive events; most insects that have one single reproductive event

in most insects that reproduce during one reproductive event; most vertebrates that vary in their number of reproductive events

Explanation:

Semelparity is a single - reproductive - event pattern often seen in insects. Iteroparity involves multiple reproductive events and is common in vertebrates.

Answer:

In most insects that reproduce during one reproductive event; most vertebrates that vary in their number of reproductive events