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What is fitness proportional selection bias?
Updated May 16, 2026
Short answer
Bias occurs when high-fitness individuals dominate selection disproportionately.
Deep explanation
In fitness proportional selection (roulette wheel), individuals with slightly higher fitness can dominate early generations, reducing diversity. This bias can skew exploration and lead to premature convergence.
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