Question 1
The phylogenetic tree shown shows the evolutionary relationships among finches.
What can be concluded from this diagram?
a
No finches have a common ancestor.
b
Tree finches and warbler finches are the least closely related.
c
Warbler finches and cactus finches are the most closely related.
d
Tree finches and cactus finches have a common ancestor.
Question 2
Where is the alligator and T. rex's most recent common ancestor?
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a
Point B
b
Point D
c
Point C
d
Point A
Question 3
Peyton draws a cladogram using a cat, whale, praying mantis, and water boatman. She uses the diagram showing homologous and analogous structures to help her with her cladogram.
Which organisms does she draw on the same branch, showing a common ancestor?
a
praying mantis and cat
b
whale and water boatman
c
praying mantis and water boatman
d
praying mantis and whale
Question 4
According to the diagram, what two species of the Hominidae are the most closely related?
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a
Mandrills and Baboons
b
Chimpanzees and Bonobos
c
Gibbons and Orangutans
d
Humans and Gorillas
b
Chimpanzees and Bonobos