The gene pool of the next generation is derived from
A)all individuals of a population.
B)only the female members of a population.
C)those individuals of a population that reproduce and have viable offspring.
D)individuals who are heterozygous for the genes in question.
E)individuals who are homozygous for the genes in question.

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The gene pool of the next generation is derived from individuals who reproduce and have viable offspring. This excludes individuals who do not reproduce and those who produce offspring that do not survive or cannot reproduce. This is the most accurate answer as it accounts for the individuals who actually contribute to the genetic makeup of the next generation.

The Gene Pool of the Next Generation Is Derived from