Match Each of the Following Terms with Its Definition or Description

question 48

Multiple Choice

Match each of the following terms with its definition or description.
-a species related to the clade but not included within it

• A)monophyletic taxon
• B)polyphyletic taxon
• C)paraphyletic taxon
• D)homology
• E)convergent evolution
• F)homoplasy
• G)phylogeny
• H)apomorphy
• I)synapomorphy
• J)outgroup

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Definitions:

Adaptive Organizations

Entities that have the ability to adapt and transform in reaction to shifts in market environments, obstacles, and prospects.

Tall Structures

An organizational structure characterized by many levels of hierarchy, with a large number of management levels between the top executives and the lower-level employees.

Authority-And-Responsibility Principle

The principle that authority should equal responsibility when work is delegated.

Supervisor

An individual in a position of authority who oversees and directs the work of others to ensure tasks and objectives are completed effectively.