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ZOO 102 Practice Questions ZOO 102 1 Objective Question
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4. On a phylogenetic tree, branches represent
Options
A The evolutionary history and relatedness of different groups of organisms
Correct Answer
B A single unrelated species
C The absence of evolutionary change
D Geographic boundaries only
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In cladistics and phylogenetics, branches depict evolutionary pathways, lineages, and the relative relationships among taxa over time.

Hint

Think of a family tree showing lineage lineage and shared ancestry.

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Course: ZOO 102
Topic: Practice Questions ZOO 102 1
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 304 of 737
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