Question

Successful organisms pass on characteristics because
Responses

they are less likely to die of disease
they are less likely to die of disease

they survive and breed
they survive and breed

they survive, breed, and pass on genes
they survive, breed, and pass on genes

they are more successful at competing

Answer 1

The most accurate response is:

**they survive, breed, and pass on genes.**

This reflects the fundamental principles of natural selection, where successful organisms adapt to their environment, survive, reproduce, and transmit their genetic material to the next generation, ensuring the continuation of their advantageous traits.