Consider the Cladogram Associated with the Question

question 11

Multiple Choice

Consider the cladogram associated with the question.Which pair of species shares the greatest number of derived characters (synapomorphies) ?

• A)4 and 2
• B)5 and 3
• C)6 and 1
• D)6 and 2
• E)5 and 2

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Definitions:

Skilled Workers

Individuals who have acquired special training, knowledge, and experience, often including formal education, necessary to perform complex tasks or trades.

Gilded Age

The period in U.S. history from the 1870s to about 1900, characterized by rapid economic growth, extravagant wealth for some, but also widespread poverty and corruption.

Gilded Age

A term describing the late 19th century in the United States, characterized by rapid economic growth, industrialization, and a marked disparity between rich and poor.

Generalized Economic Growth

Broad-based expansion in economic activity and productivity across multiple sectors, leading to increased wealth and living standards over time.