MDCAT Biology MCQ #3598

Fossil records show a pattern of rapid evolution followed by long periods of stasis. What does this pattern suggest?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #3598

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Fossil records show a pattern of rapid evolution followed by long periods of stasis. What does this pattern suggest?

    • A) Punctuated equilibrium
    • B) Phyletic gradualism
    • C) Convergent evolution
    • D) Divergent evolution

    Answer: Punctuated equilibrium

    Explanation: Punctuated equilibrium explains rapid evolution followed by stasis, unlike phyletic gradualism.