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ZOO 102 Basis of Categorization of Diversity of Animals Objective Question

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Which of the following represents the correct hierarchical order of Linnean classification from most general to most specific?
Options
A Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Domain
B Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species
Correct Answer
C Species, Genus, Family, Order, Class, Phylum, Kingdom, Domain
D Domain, Phylum, Kingdom, Family, Order, Class, Genus, Species
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The Linnean system starts with the broad Domain and narrows down to Species. Choice C is incorrect because it lists the hierarchy from most specific to most general.

Hint

Domain is the highest level.

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