AP Biologymediummcq1 pt
An evolutionary arms race describes
A.coevolving adaptations between predator and prey
B.competition within one species for mates
C.a literal physical battle
D.drift in small populations
Explanation
Core Concept
Faster predators select for faster prey, which selects for faster predators — reciprocal escalation, like cheetahs and gazelles or hosts and parasites.
Correct Answer
Acoevolving adaptations between predator and prey
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