Derived Characters Are Traits That

question 59

Multiple Choice

Derived characters are traits that

• A) characterize the last common ancestor that a particular collection of species share.
• B) evolved after the last common ancestor that a particular collection of species share.
• C) are less suited to the environment than ancestral characters.
• D) are more complicated than ancestral characters.

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Definitions:

Public Interest

The welfare or well-being of the general public and society as a whole, often considered in policy-making and governance.

Consultative Approach

A management style that seeks input and feedback from others, considering their opinions in decision-making processes.

Shared Responsibilities

Obligations or duties that are carried by more than one person or group, promoting teamwork and collaboration.

Public Interest

The well-being of the general public, in matters of political, social, or economic concern.