Which of the following is NOT true about the tempo of evolution?

a) Evolution always occurs gradually, with small changes over long periods of time.
b) Rapid evolutionary changes by punctuated equilibrium proceed by a process different from natural selection.
c) Scientific evidence now shows that gradualism, as proposed by Darwin, is wrong.
d) Gaps in the fossil record mean that some creatures went extinct and then made a comeback.
e) None of the above is true concerning the current view of the tempo of evolution.


Answer: e) None of the above is true concerning the current view of the tempo of evolution.

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