Multiple Choice
Which of these can be properly inferred from the phylogeny in Figure 26.5?
A) Chimps and humans evolved from gorillas.
B) The lesser apes are genetically more distinct from each other than the members of the great apes are from each other.
C) Orangutans have existed for about 14 million years.
D) Chimps and humans should share more homoplasies than should chimps and gorillas.
E) Together, the lesser apes and great apes form a clade.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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