Which of the following statements best describes the role of competition in the process of adaptation?
Competition leads to the selection of individuals with favorable traits for survival and reproduction
Competition ensures equal distribution of resources among individuals in a population
Competition leads to the development of new traits and adaptations in a population
Competition reduces the need for adaptations as individuals coexist peacefully
Correct answer is A
When individuals within a population compete for limited resources such as food, water, or mates, those individuals with favorable traits that enhance their ability to acquire resources are more likely to survive and reproduce.