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2. Which explanation for the increase in genetic diversity of this red panda population is supported by this data?

(1 point)

Red pandas in this population have encountered new predators due to the increase in deforested land, and this new predation pressure has selected for different adaptations.

Red pandas in this population have increased the number of cubs birthed by each mother every year, and this increase in population has resulted in more genetic diversity.

Red pandas in this population have encountered new environmental challenges presented by the increase in deforested land, and this has selected for different adaptations over time.

Red pandas in this population have started eating a new diet due to the increase in deforested land, and the new dietary conditions have selected for different adaptations.

5. Which of the following scenarios would reduce the number of inheritable traits in a population, causing the individuals in that population to remain very similar to one another?(1 point)

A swamp that is being drained in order to build houses.

A forest that is being converted into farmland.

A lake that is drying up due to shifts in river flow.

A desert that has existed for millennia.

2. C - Red pandas in this population have encountered new environmental challenges presented by the increase in deforested land, and this has selected for different adaptations over time.

5. D - A desert that has existed for millennia.

Explanation:

2. Predation (A) and fertility (B) are easy scratch-off answers -- given the situation of deforestation, these factors will not influence genetic diversity. Although eating patterns can lead to new adaptations, the best answer is C because it results directly from the issue at hand: deforestation.

5. To limit the amount of population diversity, you would have to maintain the same environment as much as possible. In other words, migration and isolation lead to the creation of new species per Darwin's theory of Natural Selection. For that reason, the only plausible answer here is D.

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