Imagine That, of Three Species, It Is Known That Species

question 47

Multiple Choice

Imagine that, of three species, it is known that species 1 and 3 were separated 10 million years ago, based on geologic measurements. Genetic analysis at a neutral locus indicates that these species differ by 100 substitutions. If there are 10 substitutions separating species 1 and 2, approximately how long ago did these species diverge?

• A) 0.1 million years ago
• B) 1 million years ago
• C) 10 million years ago
• D) 100 million years ago

---

Definitions:

Slide Background

The visual layer or color scheme behind the content on a slide in a presentation, which can be customized for aesthetic purposes.

Text Placeholders

Preformatted containers in presentations or documents that hold text or graphics until replaced by actual content.

Background Graphics

Images or patterns that appear behind the main content of a webpage, presentation slide, or document, enhancing its visual appeal.

Transparency

Refers to the capability of an image or object to allow light to pass through it so that underlying images or documents can be partially seen.