If two organisms are members of the same phylum, then they must also be members of the same
A) family.
B) genus.
C) class.
D) domain.
E) species.

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In the hierarchical classification system, the domain is the highest taxonomic rank above the kingdom. If two organisms are in the same phylum, they must also be in the same domain because the domain encompasses all lower taxonomic categories, including phylum.

If Two Organisms Are Members of the Same Phylum, Then