9) Cladistic diagrams, or cladograms, can be used to show evolutionary relationships. An example of a cladistic diagram appears below. According to the diagram, which of the following animals is most closely related to crocodiles?

Sharks.
Ray-finned fish
Amphibian
Primates
Rodents & rabbits
Crocodile
Birds
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Hair
Eggs with shells
Amniotic egg
Four limbs
Bony skeleton
Vertebrae

Birds are most closely related to crocodiles according to the cladistic diagram provided.