Some nearly extinct species, such as snow leopards, consist of individuals that are very similar genetically. Which of these statements best predicts the chances of the long-term
survival of a species such as the snow leopard?
F The chances of survivai are good because the Individuals that have survived the harsh
effects of natural selection have the "best" genes.
G The chances of survival are good because a homogeneous population can better cope
with an environmental challenge such as a new disease.
H The chances of survival are poor because there can be no differential response to a
challenge such as the survival of Individuals with resistance to a new disease.
The chances of survival are poor because genetically similar animals are unable to
produce fertile offspring when they mate.