Question

Of the four factors that affect the evolution of species, which factor is driven by random events?(1 point)
Responses

Differential survival and reproduction
Differential survival and reproduction

Competitive advantage
Competitive advantage

Genetic variation
Genetic variation

Speciation

Answer 1

The factor driven by random events among the four mentioned is **genetic variation**. Genetic variation arises from random mutations and other random processes, such as genetic drift, which can introduce new traits into a population.