Which statement is least consistent with the beliefs of Lamarck?
a. “Fluida” moves into areas of the body in need of change.
b. Acquired characteristics are inherited.
c. Giraffes' necks have become longer in response to stretching.
d. Environmental pressures bring about changes in organisms.
e. Changes in an individual are not passed to its offspring.
ANSWER: e
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