Which of the Following Statements Shows the Correct Hierarchical Ordering

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements shows the correct hierarchical ordering of taxonomic levels in terms of increasing specificity?

• A) class, family, genus, kingdom, order, phylum, species
• B) genus, species order, family, kingdom, phylum, class
• C) kingdom, phylum, class, order, family, genus, species
• D) order, family, genus, species, kingdom, phylum, class
• E) phylum, class, order, kingdom, family, genus, species

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Definitions:

Cognitive Needs

The mental requirements that drive individuals to seek knowledge, information, and understanding, necessary for problem-solving and intellectual growth.

Work Teams

Small groups of employees who are brought together to accomplish specific tasks and objectives within an organization.

Environmental Factors

External elements that can influence an organism's growth, development, and survival.

Climate

The typical or average weather conditions observed over a long period in a specific area, or the general atmosphere of a place or situation.