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#Question id: 4625


During a study session about evolution, one of your fellow students remarks, ʺThe giraffe stretched its neck while reaching for higher leaves; its offspring inherited longer necks as a result.ʺ Which statement is most likely to be helpful in correcting this studentʹs misconception?

#Unit 11. Evolution and Behavior
  1. Characteristics acquired during an organismʹs life are generally not passed on through genes.

  2. Spontaneous mutations can result in the appearance of new traits.

  3. Only favorable adaptations have survival value.

  4. Disuse of an organ may lead to its eventual disappearance.