The Next Few Questions Refer to the Following Evolutionary Tree

question 34

Multiple Choice

The next few questions refer to the following evolutionary tree, whose horizontal axis represents time (present time is on the far right) and whose vertical axis represents morphological change.

-Which species is least expected to have a good record of transitional fossils; in other words, which species' fossils, if present at all, are expected only in relatively superficial (i.e., shallow) strata?

• A) V
• B) W
• C) X
• D) Y
• E) Z

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Definitions:

Strategic Alliance

A partnership where two or more companies work together to achieve objectives that are mutually beneficial.

Debentures

A type of debt instrument not secured by physical assets or collateral, issued by companies to raise capital.

Bonds

Financial instruments representing a loan made by an investor to a borrower, typically a corporation or governmental entity.

Liens

A legal claim or right against a property as security for a debt or loan.