Which of the following statements is true?

A) All traits currently in a population must have provided a reproductive advantage at some point in time.
B) The advantage a trait conveys depends on its environmental context.
C) A population will always evolve to fit current conditions.
D) All traits are simultaneously maximized in a population.


Answer: B

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