Consider the Cladogram Associated with the Question

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Multiple Choice

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

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

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Definitions:

Rate of Return

The increase or decrease in the value of an investment during a set time frame, represented as a proportion of the investment's original price.

Level of Risk

The degree of uncertainty associated with an investment or decision, often regarding the potential for loss.

Optimal Portfolio

An investment strategy that maximizes expected return for a given level of risk through diversification.

Risk-Return Indifference Curves

Graphical representations that show combinations of risk and return where an investor is indifferent.