The recessive allele for sickle cell anemia is more prevalent in regions of Africa where malaria is prevalent, than it is in regions where there is no malaria. This is due to
A. bottleneck effect.
B. frequency dependent selection.
C. founder effect.
D. heterozygous advantage.
Answer: D
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