Question

In order for a trait to be considered a competitive advantage, the trait must(1 point)
Responses

allow the individual to be stronger and outcompete others.
allow the individual to be stronger and outcompete others.

allow the individual to survive better and reproduce more in that environment.
allow the individual to survive better and reproduce more in that environment.

allow the individual to utilize fewer food and water resources to survive.
allow the individual to utilize fewer food and water resources to survive.

allow the individual to have fewer diseases and not get sick.

1 answer

The correct response is:

allow the individual to survive better and reproduce more in that environment.

A competitive advantage in evolutionary terms refers to traits that enhance an individual's ability to survive and reproduce in a given environment, leading to greater success in passing on genes to the next generation.