Refer to the Figure

question 72

Multiple Choice

Refer to the figure. The figure shows the phylogeny of seven species of beetles (A- G) .The figure also shows whether the beetles have (marked with check) or do not have (marked with an x) one of three stripes.It also indicates the color of the beetle (R for red and G for green) .] Based on the phylogenetic tree and the principle of parsimony, The absence of stripe _______ in species _______ is most likely _______.

• A) 1; E and F; is most likely due to convergent evolution
• B) 1; E and F; a synapomorphy
• C) 2; E and F; due to convergent evolution
• D) 2; E and F; a synapomorphy
• E) 1; E and F; an evolutionary reversal

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Definitions:

Papilledema

Swelling of the optic disc due to increased intracranial pressure, which can lead to vision impairment and is often a sign of serious neurological conditions.

Doll's Head Maneuver

A neurological test that assesses the vestibulo-ocular reflex, involving movement of the head and observation of eye movements.

Periodic Breathing

A pattern of breathing typically seen in newborns, characterized by pauses in breathing for up to 10 seconds followed by a series of rapid breaths.

Increased ICP

Elevated intracranial pressure, a condition where the pressure inside the skull exceeds normal levels, potentially leading to serious neurological symptoms and damage.