in-a-population-of-beetles-a-gene-for-green-coloration-confers-a-higher-survival

Question

In a population of beetles, a gene for green coloration confers a higher survival rate against predators compared to brown coloration. Over several generations, what is the most likely outcome concerning allele frequency?

Accepted Answer

The allele frequency for green coloration will increase.

Answer

The allele frequency for brown coloration will increase.

Answer

Allele frequencies will remain unchanged.

Answer

Both alleles will become equally frequent.