Which is a possible risk of selective breeding in dogs?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. A reduced gene pool, which makes inherited disorders more common
- Step 1: Breeding closely related animals reduces variation. Step 2. Harmful recessive alleles are more likely to appear in offspring. Answer: A reduced gene pool, which makes inherited disorders more common. Why not the others: Selective breeding does not increase variation.
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