Use the Taxonomy Outline Below to Answer the Question

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Multiple Choice

Use the taxonomy outline below to answer the question.
Cetacea
Whale
Dolphin
Porpoise
Elasmobranchii
Sharks
Skates
Sawfish
Passerine
Ravens
Finches
Canaries
Which of the following statements is correct based on the outline above?

• A)Sharks are more similar to skates than to porpoises.
• B)Passerines and Elasmobranchii are subcategories of Cetacea.
• C)Dolphins are a subcategory of whale.
• D)Ravens are more similar to sawfish than to whales.

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