The Fitch Algorithm

question 43

Multiple Choice

The Fitch algorithm

• A)determines how many evolutionary changes are required for a given tree and character.
• B)does not find the best tree.
• C)is based on a parsimony approach.
• D)A and B
• E)A and C

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