Question

11 what is the primary goal of selective breeding? a increase animal numbers b reduce feed intake c improve desirable traits d maintain uniform color

Explanation:

Selective breeding (also known as artificial selection) is the process of choosing organisms with desirable traits to reproduce, with the aim of enhancing those traits in subsequent generations. Option A is incorrect because selective breeding isn't primarily about increasing numbers (that's more about reproduction rates or population management). Option B is incorrect as reducing feed intake isn't the main goal (though some breeds might be selected for efficiency, it's not the primary goal of selective breeding overall). Option D is incorrect because maintaining uniform color is a very narrow goal and not the primary purpose of selective breeding, which focuses on broader desirable traits like yield, disease resistance, size, etc. Option C accurately describes the primary goal of improving desirable traits.

Answer:

C. Improve desirable traits