An examination of fossil records shows that three modern species all had a common ancestor. This is an example of

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Divergent evolution occurs when two or more species share a common ancestor but have evolved different characteristics due to adapting to different environments or ecological niches. The examination of fossil records showing that three modern species all had a common ancestor is a classic example of divergent evolution, as it indicates that these species have diverged from a single ancestral species over time.

An Examination of Fossil Records Shows That Three Modern Species