Refer to the Figure

Multiple Choice

Refer to the figure. What conclusions can be drawn from the fact that brachiopods are not closely related to bryozoans or mollusks?

A) The lophophore has arisen only once in evolution.
B) A body form with two valves (shells) is unique to brachiopods.
C) Mollusks are a sister group to bryozoans.
D) The molluscan lophophore is oriented in a lateral direction.
E) A body form with two valves (shells) has evolved independently at least twice.