With frequency-dependent selection, highest mortality can be expected in ____.
A) the most abundant genotype
B) the least abundant genotype
C) the least well-adapted genotype
D) heterozygous genotypes
E) homozygous recessive genotypes

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Frequency-dependent selection often leads to the most abundant genotype experiencing the highest mortality because predators, parasites, or diseases can more easily target or adapt to the most common forms, reducing their advantage over time.

With Frequency-Dependent Selection, Highest Mortality Can Be Expected in ____