Which of the following is not 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, thorn-less, climbing, etc.
C) different types of tomatoes: roma, beefsteak, grape, cherry, etc.
D) different styles of potatoes: fried, mashed, baked, etc.
E) different breeds of cats: siamese, persian, rex, himalayan, american shorthair, etc.

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Different styles of potatoes (fried, mashed, baked, etc.) are not a result of artificial selection, but rather a result of culinary preparation. The other options are examples of artificial selection where humans have selectively bred certain traits in plants or animals.

Which of the Following Is Not an Example of Artificial