compare closely related species that differ in how they invest in reproduction and in body maintenance, to test for effects on the aging process. (b) Understanding evolution can generate predictions about how individuals with certain suites of life-history characteristics might fare in the aging process when compared to other individuals without those characteristics. (c) Because aging is a natural process for all species, explaining its evolution through natural selection is insufficient. (d) Evolutionary studies provides insight into the historical development of adaptations, such as the number of offspring an individual has, that may contribute to life-history trade-offs, such as aging.
Which statement/s can best explain how evolutionary perspective help us understand senescence?
(a) Evolutionary theory allows scientists to compare closely related species that differ in
how they invest in reproduction and in body maintenance, to test for effects on the aging
process.
(b) Understanding evolution can generate predictions about how individuals with certain suites of life-history characteristics might fare in the aging process when compared to other individuals without those characteristics.
(c) Because aging is a natural process for all species, explaining its evolution through natural selection is insufficient.
(d) Evolutionary studies provides insight into the historical development of adaptations, such as the number of offspring an individual has, that may contribute to life-history trade-offs, such as aging.
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