Question

which of the following best describes how adaptation in a population can result from natural selection? choose 1 answer: a a population adapts over time as natural selection identifies traits that are perfectly suited to the environment and promotes these traits in the population. b a population adapts over time as individuals with traits that are better suited to their environment produce more offspring. c a population adapts over time as a result of having more individuals with traits that promote survival in any environment.

Explanation:

• Option A: Natural selection does not identify "perfectly suited" traits (evolution is about "good enough" for survival/reproduction, not perfect).
• Option B: Natural selection works as individuals with traits better suited to the environment have higher reproductive success (more offspring), so these traits become more common over time, leading to population adaptation.
• Option C: Traits that promote survival are environment - specific, not for "any environment".

Answer:

B. A population adapts over time as individuals with traits that are better suited to their environment produce more offspring.