A C E J K O a. A trait unique to species G is best described as a plesiomorphy among all taxa. O b.A trait in common between species E, F, and G would make them a monophyletic group. OC. A trait unique to species K and L is best described as an apomorphy among all taxa. O d. Species A and B are considered sister taxa.

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Using the phylogeny below, identify the most accurate statement.

[Diagram: A phylogenetic tree with branches labeled A through L]

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a. A trait unique to species G is best described as a plesiomorphy among all taxa.
b. A trait in common between species E, F, and G would make them a monophyletic group.
c. A trait unique to species K and L is best described as an apomorphy among all taxa.
d. Species A and B are considered sister taxa.
Transcribed Image Text:Using the phylogeny below, identify the most accurate statement. [Diagram: A phylogenetic tree with branches labeled A through L] Options: a. A trait unique to species G is best described as a plesiomorphy among all taxa. b. A trait in common between species E, F, and G would make them a monophyletic group. c. A trait unique to species K and L is best described as an apomorphy among all taxa. d. Species A and B are considered sister taxa.
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