How are mutations, migration, and genetic drift related to adaptation?
A. They are some of the mechanisms by which adaptations occur.
B. Evolution occurs via adaptations, which can produce mutations, migration, and genetic drift.
C. Adaptations are solely environmental, whereas the others are genetic.
D. Adaptations are due to gene-environment interactions, whereas the others are solely genetic.
Answer: A
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