Mathematical models suggest that ____ will be favored by natural selection if organisms grow larger as they age.
A) fecundity
B) iteroparity
C) delayed reproduction
D) early reproduction
E) semelparity

Question

Mathematical models suggest that ____ will be favored by natural selection if organisms grow larger as they age.
A)   fecundity
B) iteroparity
C) delayed reproduction
D) early reproduction
E) semelparity

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Delayed reproduction is favored by natural selection in organisms that grow larger as they age because larger size often correlates with higher survival and reproductive success, allowing them to produce more offspring over time.

Mathematical Models Suggest That ____ Will Be Favored by Natural