The situation as described in the paragraph above should select most directly against males that

A) are unable to distinguish food items that are red from those of other colors.
B) are older, but still healthy.
C) are capable of defending only moderately sized territories.
D) have slightly lower levels of testosterone during breeding season than have other males.
E) have no prior experience courting female house finches.


Answer: A) are unable to distinguish food items that are red from those of other colors.

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