A group of people whose ancestors immigrated to North America 200 years ago have certain allele frequencies that differ significantly from those in surrounding populations in the United States. Which of the following is the most likely explanation for the difference in allele frequencies?

(A) Mutation
(B) Independent assortment
(C) Reproductive isolation
(D) Sex linkage


Ans: (C) Reproductive isolation

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