Question 89

(Multiple Choice)

Three living species X,Y,and Z share a common ancestor T,as do extinct species U and V.A grouping that consists of species T,X,Y,and Z (but not U or V)makes up


A)a valid taxon.
B)a monophyletic clade.
C)an ingroup, with species U as the outgroup.
D)a paraphyletic group.
E)a polyphyletic group.

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