Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Term Synapomorphy

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the term synapomorphy?

• A) a trait that is shared by more than one monophyletic group
• B) a trait common in a single monophyletic group but not generally found outside of that group
• C) the state of having several traits in common with different monophyletic groups
• D) a trait that evolved in several different monophyletic groups simultaneously

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