Which of the following is most likely to experience genetic drift?
A) A plant species that has spread to many different habitats all around the world
B) A population of common rodents that includes millions of individuals
C) A population of endangered birds that includes only five individuals
D) A species of insect that occurs all across North America
E) A population of bears that is growing by thousands of individuals each year

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Genetic drift is more likely to occur in small populations where random events can significantly change the frequency of alleles. A population of endangered birds that includes only five individuals is small enough for genetic drift to have a noticeable effect.

Which of the Following Is Most Likely to Experience Genetic