Which statement best describes the scientific community's current understanding of natural selection? a Natural selection influences the frequency of an adaptation in a population. b Natural selection determines all the genetic traits of an organism. c Natural selection causes mutations in genetic material. d Natural selection has little effect on the survival of a species.

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The statement that best describes the scientific community's current understanding of natural selection is:

a) Natural selection influences the frequency of an adaptation in a population.

This statement accurately reflects the role of natural selection in shaping the characteristics of a population over time based on the success of certain adaptations in a given environment.