Which of the following factors would not be expected to increase the rate of speciation in a group of organisms?

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High birthrates would not be expected to increase the rate of speciation, as it would only lead to increased competition and potentially reduce genetic diversity due to increased interbreeding. Speciation occurs when populations become isolated in some way and evolve separately, such as through fragmentation or geographic barriers, poor dispersal ability, dietary specialization, or reproductive barriers (e.g. pollination by different types of animals).

Which of the Following Factors Would Not Be Expected to Increase