Multiple Choice
Proponents of the neutral theory
A) believe that most changes in DNA sequences produce clocklike change because they are controlled by drift and mutation.
B) think the molecular clock is a result of natural selection.
C) are not sure if we can accurately calculate how long ago two lineages diverged.
D) use only derived traits in their analysis.
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