Use the Phylogenetic Tree Below to Answer the Following Question(s)

question 20

Multiple Choice

Use the phylogenetic tree below to answer the following question(s) .
-According to this phylogenetic tree, which bear is most closely related to the American black bear?

• A)The sun bear
• B)The Asiatic black bear
• C)The polar bear
• D)The brown bear

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Anatomical Site

A specific location or part of the human body.

Malignant Tumor

A cancerous growth that can invade and destroy nearby tissue and has the potential to spread to other parts of the body.

Mutate

To undergo or cause to undergo genetic alteration, usually resulting in a change of form or behavior in the organism or virus.

Neoplasm

A type of abnormal and excessive growth of tissue, which can be benign or malignant (cancerous).