Based on the Phylogeny of the Galápagos Finches, Which Statement

question 18

Multiple Choice

Based on the phylogeny of the Galápagos finches, which statement is correct?

• A) The ground finches and the tree finches have no common ancestor.
• B) The ancestor of the small tree finch and large tree finch probably ate insects.
• C) The ancestor of the large cactus finch and common cactus finch likely ate insects.
• D) The small tree finch is most closely related to the sharp-beaked finch.

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