Over many generations man has chosen certain desirable characteristics in dogs by allowing dogs possessing those characteristics to reproduce. In this way, 150 breeds of dogs, same species, have descended from wolves. This process is referred to as

A. convergent evolution

B. artificial selection

C. inheritance of acquired traits

D. natural selection

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Biology

Harper Schneider

13 May, 10:39

Over many generations man has chosen certain desirable characteristics in dogs by allowing dogs possessing those characteristics to reproduce. In this way, 150 breeds of dogs, same species, have descended from wolves. This process is referred to as

A. convergent evolution

B. artificial selection

C. inheritance of acquired traits

D. natural selection

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Colby Kirby · Answer 1

Artificial Selection

Explanation:

Artificial selection is also called as Selective breeding where humans identify desirable traits or characteristics in animals and plants, and the action taken to promote those characteristics or traits in future generation. Example of Selective breeding or Artificial Selection is Dog Breeding. Artifical selection carried out in Animals and Plants have many side effects such as diseases, health disorders and obesity. It may also cause the reduction in size of the brain.