In the case of the whiptail lizards,unisexual species were compared with a fully sexual species.Results indicated that
A)the unisexual lizard populations were slower growing because they lacked diversity.
B)both strategies had the same levels of population growth.
C)the unisexual lizard populations were faster growing because all individuals produced eggs.
D)more variability is always good despite environmental conditions.
E)the more evolved animals always reproduce sexually.

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The results indicated that the unisexual lizard populations were faster growing because all individuals produced eggs, which likely allowed for more efficient reproduction compared to the fully sexual species. The lack of diversity did not appear to significantly impact population growth in this case. The other options (A, B, D, and E) are not supported by the information provided.

In the Case of the Whiptail Lizards,unisexual Species Were Compared