Based on This Tree, the Lineage Leading to ________ Was

question 47

Multiple Choice

Based on this tree, the lineage leading to ________ was the first to diverge from the other lines.

• A) turtles
• B) birds
• C) dinosaurs
• D) mammals
• E) crocodilians

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Definitions:

Reciprocity/Obligation Rule

The social norm of responding to a positive action with another positive action, fostering mutual benefit.

Rejection-Then-Retreat Approach

A persuasive technique where an initially larger request is made knowing it will be rejected so that a smaller request (the desired outcome) seems more reasonable.

Reciprocity

A social principle where positive actions lead to similar responses by others, fostering mutual benefit or exchange.

Consensus

General agreement among the members of a group or community.