Tyler Is Beginning to Realize That He Is Independent of the People

question 4

Multiple Choice

Tyler is beginning to realize that he is independent of the people and objects around him. What does this say about Tyler?

• A) He is becoming self-aware.
• B) He is becoming independent.
• C) He is becoming physically mobile.
• D) He is becoming less attached to his caregivers.

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Definitions:

Synapomorphies

Shared derived characteristics or traits that are used to establish evolutionary relationships among species or groups.

Common Ancestor

The most recent individual from which all organisms in a group are directly descended.

Phylogenetic Systematics

A method of classifying organisms based on their evolutionary relationships, utilizing genetic, morphological, and other data to infer a "family tree" of life.

Dinosaur Genera

Categories in the classification of dinosaurs, where each genus comprises one or more species that are closely related.