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alisha [4.7K]
3 years ago
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Some elephants in the scrub jungles of Africa had long trunks with which to reach out for leaves. They were able to reproduce mo

re successfully than elephants with short trunks. Which aspect of Darwin's theory is this scenario an example of?.
a.) variation of species
b.) acquired inheritance
c.) survival of the fittest
Biology
2 answers:
FinnZ [79.3K]3 years ago
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Answer: The correct answer is c. Survival of the fittest.

Explanation: Survival of the fittest occurs when as the group of individuals of a particular species has the caracteristics or traits that allows them to be better suited or adapted to their local enviroment. The individuals of said species that lacks those specific characteristics usually goes extint.

In this case, the elephans that had long trunks with which to reach out for leaves were able to reproduce more succesfully than elephants with short trunks, which in turn went extinct.

In conclusion, the correct answer is C. Survival of the fittest.

Whitepunk [10]3 years ago
4 0
"Survival of the fittest" is the one among the following choices given in the question which is an aspect of Darwin's theory that is shown as an example in this scenario. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the third option or option "c". I hope that this answer has helped you.
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