By definition, a population that is fixed for an allele _______ at that locus.
A) is polymorphic
B) is monomorphic
C) lacks genetic structure
D) is experiencing selection
E) is experiencing mutation

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A population that is fixed for an allele means that all individuals in that population have the same allele at that locus. This is called monomorphism. Therefore, the correct choice is B.

By Definition, a Population That Is Fixed for an Allele