Which of the Following Statements Indicate the Function of the Appendix

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements indicate the function of the appendix?

• A) The appendix can be surgically removed with no immediate ill effects.
• B) The appendix might have been larger in fossil hominids.
• C) The appendix has a substantial amount of defensive lymphatic tissue.
• D) Individuals with a larger-than-average appendix leave fewer offspring than those with a below-average-sized appendix.

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Definitions:

Evidence

Information or data that supports a claim or helps establish the truth of a statement.

Audience Needs

The requirements or expectations that a target audience has from a particular piece of content, product, or service.

Objectivity

The practice of maintaining neutrality and impartiality, avoiding personal bias or emotions in judgment or analysis.

Cultural Expectations

The norms, values, and standards shared by a group of people that guide behavior and attitudes, influencing how individuals interact within their society.