Question
Based on modern evolutionary theory, which of the statements below explains why this species is able to camouflage itself.
(1 point)
Responses
It may have changed its color to avoid a predator
It may have changed its color to avoid a predator
It may have changed due to an instant gene mutation
It may have changed due to an instant gene mutation
It may have changed because the lizard ate the bark of the tree
It may have changed because the lizard ate the bark of the tree
It may have changed its color because it saw a bug changing its color.
(1 point)
Responses
It may have changed its color to avoid a predator
It may have changed its color to avoid a predator
It may have changed due to an instant gene mutation
It may have changed due to an instant gene mutation
It may have changed because the lizard ate the bark of the tree
It may have changed because the lizard ate the bark of the tree
It may have changed its color because it saw a bug changing its color.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The best response based on modern evolutionary theory is:
**It may have changed its color to avoid a predator.**
This statement reflects the concept of natural selection, where individuals with traits that enhance their survival (such as camouflage) are more likely to survive and reproduce. The other options do not align with the principles of evolution, as they either misinterpret the mechanisms of genetic change or suggest behaviors that would not lead to evolutionary adaptation.
**It may have changed its color to avoid a predator.**
This statement reflects the concept of natural selection, where individuals with traits that enhance their survival (such as camouflage) are more likely to survive and reproduce. The other options do not align with the principles of evolution, as they either misinterpret the mechanisms of genetic change or suggest behaviors that would not lead to evolutionary adaptation.