The strength of selection for a color pattern is greater in snakes that flee by turning than in snakes that flee straight.

a. true
b. false


Answer: a. true
(The absolute value of the slope of the relationship represents the strength of selection, which is greater for snakes that flee by turning (i.e., greater negative slope.)

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