Currently, two living elephant species (X and Y) are classified in the genus Loxodonta, and a third species (Z) is placed in the genus Elephas. Thus, which of the following statements would be accurate?
A) Species X and Y are not related to species Z.
B) Species X and Y share a greater number of homologies with each other than either does with species Z.
C) Species X and Y share a common ancestor that is alive today.
D) Species X and Y are the result of artificial selection.

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Species X and Y, classified under the genus Loxodonta, share a greater number of homologies with each other than either does with species Z, which is placed in a different genus, Elephas. This indicates a closer evolutionary relationship between species X and Y.

Currently, Two Living Elephant Species (X and Y) Are Classified