Which of the term(s) below describes a trait that is similar in two lineages bec

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Which of the term(s) below describes a trait that is similar in two lineages because it independently evolved in the two lineages? a. convergence b. homology c. synapomorphy d. symplesiomorphy In most non-human species, most individuals are usually able to successfully reproduce. True False Which of the following is NOT a property of a GOOD phylogenetic character? a. Independent b. Found in all taxa c. Evolved convergently (i.e., is homoplasious) d. homologous Synapomorphies are derived characters True False There is only one way to generate a pnylogenetic tree and that is using parsimony. True False

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Question 11

a. Convergence

Question 12

True

Question 13

a. Independent

Question 14

True

Question 15

False

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