Multiple choice

What is the term for evolutionary groups that all share one common ancestor?

  1. Monophyletic

  2. Polyphyletic

  3. Cordata

  4. Genotype
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Explanation

A monophyletic group, or clade, consists of an ancestor and all of its descendants. Polyphyletic groups do not include the most recent common ancestor of all members.

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