Mate-attracting features such as the bright plumage of a male peacock result from
A)intersexual selection.
B)intrasexual selection.
C)disruptive selection.
D)stabilizing selection.

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Mate-attracting features (such as bright plumage) are a result of intersexual selection, where individuals of one sex (often females) choose mates based on certain characteristics (such as bright plumage) that indicate genetic quality or overall fitness. In contrast, intrasexual selection involves competition among members of the same sex (often males) for access to mating opportunities. Disruptive selection leads to the divergence of traits within a population, while stabilizing selection favors the maintenance of existing traits.

Mate-Attracting Features Such as the Bright Plumage of a Male