Natural Selection Usually Acts Upon and Produces Adaptations at the Level

Question

Natural selection usually acts upon and produces adaptations at the level of the
A) gene.
B) individual.
C) group.
D) species.

Accepted Answer

Natural selection acts upon and produces adaptations at the level of the individual, not the gene, group, or species. Individuals with advantageous traits are more likely to survive and reproduce, passing those traits on to their offspring. Over time, this can lead to the evolution of new species with unique adaptations that allow them to thrive in their environments.