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Question
A related group of genera comprise: a. order b. class c. phylum d. family
Correct Answer
Option D is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
In the taxonomic hierarchy, a family is a rank that groups together related genera (plural of genus). For example, the family Canidae includes the genera Canis (wolves, dogs), Vulpes (foxes), etc.
Hint
This rank is one step above genus and is the category that contains multiple related genera.