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Question

How would the introduction of new alleles via gene flow affect a population's ability to survive a disease outbreak?

Accepted Answer

It could enhance survival by introducing alleles that confer resistance.

Answer

It would have no effect on survival as it does not affect genetic traits.

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It would decrease survival chances by reducing genetic diversity.

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It would stabilize the population, preventing any evolutionary change.