Which of the Following Is Most Useful in Determining Whether

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most useful in determining whether two organisms are related?

• A) If both are aerobic.
• B) If both are gram- positive.
• C) If both ferment lactose.
• D) If both are motile.
• E) All are equally important.

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Definitions:

Critical Thinking

The process of actively analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating information gathered from observation, experience, or communication.

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Independent Variable

The experimental factor that is manipulated; the variable whose effect is being studied.