Which Statement Is True

question 168

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true?

• A) All homoplasies are evolutionary reversals.
• B) All evolutionary reversals are homoplasies.
• C) All homologous features are evolutionary reversals.
• D) All homoplasies are homologous features.
• E) All derived characters are homoplasies.

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Definitions:

Stability

The state or quality of being resistant to change, especially sudden change or deterioration, within a particular environment or context.

Society

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Utilitarianism

An ethical theory that posits the best action is the one that maximizes utility, usually defined as that which produces the greatest well-being of the greatest number of people.

Welfare

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