Based on the Phylogenetic Tree in Figure 28

question 71

Multiple Choice

Based on the phylogenetic tree in Figure 28.2, which of the following statements is correct?

• A) The most recent common ancestor of Excavata is older than that of SAR.
• B) The most recent common ancestor of SAR is older than that of Unikonta.
• C) The most basal (first to diverge) eukaryotic supergroup cannot be determined.
• D) Excavata is the most basal eukaryotic supergroup.

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