The numbers of fledged young of female swamp sparrows of different sizes were assayed and are presented in the table. Assume that body size is at least partially heritable.What type of selection is most likely occurring in population A? Assume that all other aspects (survival, etc.) are independent of size.
A) Stabilizing
B) Directional
C) Diversifying
D) Sexual
E) None of the above

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The numbers of fledged young of female swamp sparrows of different sizes were assayed and are presented in the table.  Assume that body size is at least partially heritable.What type of selection is most likely occurring in population A? Assume that all other aspects (survival, etc.) are independent of size.
A) Stabilizing 
B) Directional 
C) Diversifying 
D) Sexual 
E) None of the above

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The Answer of The numbers of fledged young of female swamp sparrows of different sizes were assayed and are presented in the table.  Assume that body size is at least partially heritable.What type of selection is most likely occurring in population A? Assume that all other aspects (survival, etc.) are independent of size.
A) Stabilizing 
B) Directional 
C) Diversifying 
D) Sexual 
E) None of the above

The Numbers of Fledged Young of Female Swamp Sparrows of Different