-The table shows the distribution of traits (A-E)in six extant species (1-6).A "0" indicates the ancestral condition,and a "1" indicates the derived condition.Which trait is least informative of phylogenetic relationships within the group?
A)A
B)B
C)C
D)D

Question

-The table shows the distribution of traits (A-E)in six extant species (1-6).A "0" indicates the ancestral condition,and a "1" indicates the derived condition.Which trait is least informative of phylogenetic relationships within the group?
A)A 
B)B 
C)C 
D)D

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Trait E is least informative because it shows no variation among the species (all have the same state, either all 0 or all 1), providing no information on their phylogenetic relationships.

-The Table Shows the Distribution of Traits (A-E)in Six Extant