Apentix/AP Biology/Unit 7: Natural Selection/Question
AP Biologymediummcq1 pt

Morphological similarity alone can mislead phylogeny because

A.convergent evolution creates look-alikes in distant lineages
B.all similar organisms are unrelated
C.organisms never resemble each other
D.fossils cannot be compared

Explanation

Core Concept

Dolphins resemble sharks, yet are closer to hippos than fish. Molecular data cut through such convergence.

Correct Answer

Aconvergent evolution creates look-alikes in distant lineages

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