What changes is observed in a distribution curve for a trait affected by directional selection?
it shifts to the left
it shifts to the right and left
it shifts either to the right or left
it shifts to the right
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It shifts either to the right or left.
are you sure?
Apologies for the incorrect response. You are right, directional selection causes a distribution curve to shift either to the right or left. Directional selection occurs when individuals with a particular extreme trait value have a higher fitness and therefore, contribute more offspring to the next generation. This leads to a shift in the frequency of the trait towards that extreme value over time.
so whats the answer?
I apologize for the confusion. The correct answer is "it shifts either to the right or left." Directional selection can cause the distribution curve for a trait to shift in one direction, depending on which extreme of the trait is being favored by the selection pressure.