Question

If a trait A exists in 10% of a population of an asexually reproducing species anbd a trait B exists in 60% of the same population, which trait is likely to have arisen earlier?

Answer 1

The Trait B must have arisen earlier because in mass of species who are reproducing asexually the genetic mutation or variation are very less likely to happen. If the majority of the population shows the single trait then this must have been the the trait that has be carrying down for centuries the 10% trait is due to struggle for existence and survival of the fittest

Answer 2

Explanation:

Trait B because in asexual reproduction traits which are present in the previous generation are carried over to next generation with minimal variations. Trait B have higher percentage so it is likeliy to have arisen earlier.