Four of the Following Are Trends Associated with Vertebrate Evolution

question 63

Multiple Choice

Four of the following are trends associated with vertebrate evolution. Which one is the exception?​

• A) ​conversion of the support for locomotion from the notochord to the vertebral column
• B) ​expansion of the nerve cord to form the brain and spinal cord
• C) ​changes in the respiratory system from gills to lungs with accompanying changes in the circulatory system
• D) ​the development of fewer, more efficient chambers in the heart
• E) ​modification of limbs that allowed for more efficient movement

Understand the levels of organizational culture and their visibility and resistance to change.

Recognize the importance of shared assumptions and philosophies as the core of organizational culture.

Distinguish between different levels of culture in terms of their resistance to change.

Identify components, such as dominant values and philosophies, as representatives of organizational culture.

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Definitions:

Organizational Conflict

Any disagreement, discord, or dispute arising within an organization, stemming from differences in opinions, values, or interests among individuals or groups.

Social Factors

Elements within society, such as family, education, and culture, that affect individuals and their way of life, influencing behaviors, attitudes, and opportunities.

Ethnocentrism

The belief in the inherent superiority of one's own ethnic group or culture, often accompanied by a disdain for other groups.

Exclusionary Policies

Rules or practices designed to intentionally or unintentionally exclude certain groups or individuals.