In Order to Be Useful for Constructing a Phylogeny, a Character

question 22

Multiple Choice

In order to be useful for constructing a phylogeny, a character must:

• A)have a genetic basis.
• B)vary within a species.
• C)have only one state.
• D)show the same state across several species.
• E)All of these choices are correct.

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