-The Table Shows the Distribution of Traits (A-E)in Six Extant

question 40

Multiple Choice

-The table shows the distribution of traits (A-E) in six extant species (1-6) .A "0" indicates the ancestral condition,and a "1" indicates the derived condition.Which trait is least informative of phylogenetic relationships within the group?

• A)A
• B)B
• C)C
• D)D

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Definitions:

State of Nature

A term used in decision theory and statistics to refer to the actual but unknown condition or outcome of a particular phenomenon.

Decision Tree

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Opportunity Loss

The difference in value between the chosen option and the best possible option that was not chosen.

Optimal Alternative

The best or most effective option among a set of alternatives, under given conditions.