Snakes and Lizards Are Superficially Dissimilar

question 27

Multiple Choice

Snakes and lizards are superficially dissimilar.Which of the following is one reason that both are classified in the order Squamata?

• A)They are both members of the Archosauria.
• B)They both have a highly mobile skull and jaw (a kinetic skull) that aids in feeding.
• C)They both have lower jaws that are loosely joined anteriorly so that the two halves of the lower jaw can move independently of each other.
• D)They both have acrodont teeth.

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