In What Type of Population Would Evolution Occur Most Rapidly

Question

In what type of population would evolution occur most rapidly?
A) a large population with a large gene pool
B) a small population with a relatively diverse gene pool
C) a small population with a small gene pool
D) a large population with a relatively limited gene pool

Accepted Answer

In small populations with a small gene pool, genetic drift can cause rapid changes in allele frequencies, leading to quicker evolutionary changes compared to larger populations or those with more genetic diversity.