In a Phylogenetic Reconstruction Experiment by Hillis Et Al

question 150

Multiple Choice

In a phylogenetic reconstruction experiment by Hillis et al., researchers used a viral culture, adding mutagens over the course of the experiment.This method _______ the accuracy of the reconstruction, because the mutagen _______ the amount of change and the degree of homoplasy that is typical of organisms measured in average phylogenetic analyses.

• A) calls into question; increases
• B) calls into question; decreases
• C) calls into question; maintains
• D) confirms; increases
• E) confirms; maintains

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