Evidence Suggests That the Crocodiles Are More Closely Related to the Birds

question 17

Multiple Choice

Evidence suggests that the crocodiles are more closely related to the birds than the turtles and snakes.If so, then including crocodiles, but not birds, in the Class Reptilia would make the Class Reptilia

• A)a monophyletic group.
• B)a paraphyletic group.
• C)a polyphyletic group.
• D)parsimonious.

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Definitions:

Interlocking Monologues

A communication pattern where individuals talk at each other without really listening or responding to what the other has said, often found in young children's play but can occur in adult interactions.

Psychoanalysis

A set of psychological theories and therapeutic methods which focus on the unconscious mind, developed by Freud.

Communication Problems

Difficulties in exchanging information, where messages may not be effectively transmitted or understood.

Genital Level

A phase in psychoanalytic theory associated with mature adult sexuality and the harmonious integration of love and sexual desire, typically emerging during puberty.