If Two Sister Species on the Phylogenetic Tree Above Differ

question 8

Multiple Choice

If two sister species on the phylogenetic tree above differ from the other two in a single character state (say dark or light fur) ,how many character state changes (evolutionary events) are needed to explain this pattern?

• A)One
• B)Three
• C)Two
• D)Four

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