Which of the following is not a component of the Darwin-Wallace theory of natural selection?
A) All populations contain heritable variations.
B) Some variations are more favorable than others.
C) Not all young survive to maturity.
D) All organisms can knowingly select their genetic direction.
E) The parts of organisms are fully evolved and functional at any one time.

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The statement "All organisms can knowingly select their genetic direction" is not a component of the Darwin-Wallace theory of natural selection. Natural selection depends on random genetic variations that are then selected for by the environment. Organisms do not have control over their genetic direction.

Which of the Following Is Not a Component of the Darwin-Wallace