The Method of Independent Contrasts

question 31

Multiple Choice

The method of independent contrasts

• A) allows evolutionary biologists to use phylogenetic comparative methods for studying adaptations.
• B) compares the best possible tree overall with the best possible constrained tree.
• C) relies on running odds ratio tests.
• D) relies on the logic of bootstrap analysis.

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