Which of the following is an example of artificial selection?
A) different breeds of dogs: poodle, basset hound, Chihuahua, Great Dane, etc.
B) different varieties of roses: yellow, pink, red, thornless, climbing, etc.
C) different types of tomatoes: roma, beefsteak, grape, cherry, etc.
D) different breeds of cats: Siamese, Persian, Himalayan, American shorthair, etc.
E) All of the above are examples of artificial selection.

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Artificial selection refers to the process by which humans breed specific plants or animals for desired traits. All the examples given (different breeds of dogs, varieties of roses, types of tomatoes, and breeds of cats) are results of humans selectively breeding these organisms to enhance or modify particular characteristics, such as size, shape, color, or behavior.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Artificial Selection