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ZOO 102 Foundations of Animal Systematics and Phylogeny Objective Question
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What is a 'clade' in phylogenetic terms?
Options
A A group containing only the most recent descendants
B A group consisting of organisms with similar analogous traits
C A group of organisms that share no common ancestor
D A monophyletic group including a common ancestor and all its descendants
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A clade is defined as a monophyletic group that must include the common ancestor and every single descendant from that ancestor. Option A is incorrect because it excludes the ancestor.

Hint

This term relates to monophyly.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 102
Topic: Foundations of Animal Systematics and Phylogeny
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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