Multiple Choice
Based on the phylogeny shown, choose the true statements about evolutionary relationships (Select all that apply) .
A) _____ A snake is more closely related to a newt than to a mouse.
B) _____ A newt is equally related to a snake and a chimp.
C) _____A mouse is more closely related to a chimp than to a snake.
D) _____ A salamander is more closely related to a mouse than to a chimp.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q15: Based on the phylogeny shown,which characteristic is
Q19: The study and reconstruction of phylogenies is<br>A)evolution.<br>B)systematics.<br>C)taxonomy.<br>D)taxidermy.
Q19: The principle of _ favors the hypothesis
Q20: Consider the cladogram shown.Which pair of species
Q23: A group is considered paraphyletic if<br>A)all members
Q26: The table shows the distribution of traits
Q28: Birds, snakes, lizards, turtles, and crocodiles are
Q29: The table shows the distribution of traits
Q31: The biological specialty that deals with the
Q52: A _ group consists of the most