If Earth suddenly cooled and temperatures decreased, what issue would you expect to see in some turtle populations?

A. More turtles with thin shells.
B. More turtles with thick shells.
C. A decrease in the number of male turtles and an increase in the number of female turtles.
D. A decrease in the number of female turtles and an increase in the number of male turtles.


Answer: D

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