Which of the following statements about genetic draft is true? Is the answer it has its greatest effect on gene pool frequencies in large populations?
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Yes, the statement "It has its greatest effect on gene pool frequencies in large populations" is true. Genetic draft, also known as genetic drift, refers to the random fluctuation of allele frequencies in a population due to sampling error. It is more pronounced in smaller populations where genetic changes can occur more rapidly. In larger populations, the effect of genetic draft is relatively smaller, as the larger pool of individuals provides more opportunities for genetic recombination and counteracts the effect of sampling error.