If You Were Using Cladistics to Build a Phylogenetic Tree

question 16

Multiple Choice

If you were using cladistics to build a phylogenetic tree of cats, which of the following would be the best outgroup?

• A) wolf
• B) domestic cat
• C) lion
• D) leopard

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Definitions:

Sunny Days

Days characterized by clear, cloudless skies allowing for unobstructed sunlight.

Misses Flight

Misses flight indicates a situation where an individual fails to board their scheduled airplane before its departure.

Rain

Precipitation in the form of liquid water droplets that have condensed from atmospheric vapor and then become heavy enough to fall under gravity.

False Positives

Incorrect identifications where a test result improperly indicates presence of a condition (like a disease) when it is not actually present.