According to Cladistics, a Derived Character State Is Called A(n)

question 27

Multiple Choice

According to cladistics, a derived character state is called a(n) ____.

• A) apomorphy
• B) exaptation
• C) polymorphy
• D) homology
• E) homoplasy

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Definitions:

Economic Development

The process by which the economic well-being and quality of life of a nation, region, or local community are improved.

Sex Trafficking

Refers to the practice whereby women, usually very young women, are forced by fraud or coercion into commercial sex acts.

Reproductive Behavior

The actions and patterns related to the biological and social aspects of bearing and raising offspring.

Public Policy

The system of laws, regulatory measures, courses of action, and funding priorities concerning a given topic promulgated by a governmental entity or its representatives.