Which of the following males in a given population would be considered the most fit in an evolutionary sense? One that produced:
A) 1,000 offspring, of which 100 survived but 99 did not reproduce.
B) 100 offspring, of which 10 survived but 9 did not reproduce.
C) 1,000 offspring all of which died before reaching reproductive age.
D) two offspring, both of which survived and produced offspring of their own.

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In an evolutionary context, fitness is measured by an individual's ability to pass on its genes to the next generation. Therefore, the male whose offspring not only survive but also reproduce themselves (option D) is considered the most fit, as this ensures the continuation of his genetic lineage.

Which of the Following Males in a Given Population Would