What Type of Evidence for the Theory of Common Descent

question 56

Multiple Choice

What type of evidence for the theory of common descent would include the presence of goose bumps in humans?

• A) vestigial structures
• B) homologous structures
• C) shared developmental pathways
• D) DNA similarity

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Definitions:

Forces

Influences or drivers that cause change or affect the performance and behavior of individuals or organizations.

Direction

Guidance or supervision provided to perform tasks or to achieve goals and objectives.

Persistence

The quality of continuing steadfastly or firmly in some state, purpose, course of action, or the pursuit of an objective, despite obstacles.

Maslow's

Refers to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, a psychological theory proposing a hierarchy of human needs in the form of a pyramid, from physical survival to self-actualization.