The Tree in the Figure Shows the States of Two

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The tree in the figure shows the states of two characters; in the left column the trait is either A or B, and in the right column it is either R or S. This tree currently has several unresolved polytomies. Based on the data in this figure, draw a tree that resolves two of the polytomies and explain how the data support these relationships.

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Definitions:

Basic Needs

Fundamental requirements necessary for individuals to live a healthy and satisfactory life, such as food, water, shelter, education, and healthcare.

Investment Climate

The economic, financial, and socio-political environment influencing the willingness and ability of individuals and firms to invest in a particular country or region.

Semiperipheral Countries

Nations that are midway between the core and periphery in the world economic system, showing characteristics of both developed and developing countries.

Peripheral Countries

Nations that are less developed economically and politically, often exploited by more developed countries.