Which mode of selection is most likely to lead to an increase in phenotypic variation?
A) Disruptive selection
B) Stabilizing selection
C) Directional selection
D) Purifying selection
E) Concentrated selection

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In disruptive selection, extreme phenotypes are favored over intermediate ones, which leads to an increase in phenotypic variation as the intermediate phenotypes are eliminated. This can lead to the development of distinct subpopulations with different phenotypic expressions.

Which Mode of Selection Is Most Likely to Lead to an Increase