Which explanation is most likely for a particular human population with a higher incidence of polydactyly (extra fingers/toes)than the human population as a whole?
A)directional selection
B)disruptive selection
C)founder effect
D)bottleneck effect

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The founder effect occurs when a small group of individuals becomes isolated from a larger population, leading to a higher frequency of certain genetic traits, such as polydactyly, in the new population due to the limited genetic variation of the founders.

Which Explanation Is Most Likely for a Particular Human Population