Many Insects,most Birds,a Few Nonavian Reptiles Such as the Pterodactyl,and

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Multiple Choice

Many insects,most birds,a few nonavian reptiles such as the pterodactyl,and bats all can fly.What is the most correct statement concerning their relationships?

• A) Insects evolved flight independently but the pterodactyl is a probable ancestor of both the birds and bats
• B) All four groups have wings because of a common winged ancestor
• C) All four developed flight independently from non-winged ancestors
• D) Insects and birds evolved flight independently but pterodactyls are the winged ancestor of bats
• E) None of the choices are correct

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