Question

Why are the gene pools of small populations reduced compared to those of larger populations? (1 point)
Responses

inbreeding

bottleneck events

lack of suitable mates

lack of advantageous traits

Answer 1

The correct response is **inbreeding**.

In small populations, individuals are more likely to breed with closely related individuals, which reduces genetic diversity and can lead to a reduced gene pool. In contrast, larger populations tend to have more genetic variation due to a greater number of potential mating partners, leading to a more diverse gene pool.