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Probability of Survival Quick Check
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If members of a population have a variety of traits, it is(1 point)
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less likely that some of the members will have traits that let them survive and reproduce.
less likely that some of the members will have traits that let them survive and reproduce.

more likely that most of the members will have traits that let them survive and reproduce.
more likely that most of the members will have traits that let them survive and reproduce.

more likely that some of the members will have traits that let them survive and reproduce.
more likely that some of the members will have traits that let them survive and reproduce.

less likely that most of the members will have traits that let them survive and reproduce.
less likely that most of the members will have traits that let them survive and reproduce.
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The correct response to the question regarding the variety of traits in a population is:

more likely that some of the members will have traits that let them survive and reproduce.

Having a variety of traits increases the chances that certain individuals will possess advantageous characteristics that enhance their survival and reproductive success in a changing environment.