Multiple Choice
The statement "The virulence of many pathogens in humans may not be a target of selection itself,but rather an accidental by-product of selection on other traits" describes ________.
A) the coincidental evolution hypothesis
B) the shortsighted evolution hypothesis
C) the trade-off hypothesis
D) the energy-balance hypothesis
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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