When comparing the amino acid sequences of divergent populations,those with the most recent common ancestor:
A)will have the greatest number of amino acid substitutions
B)will have the least number of amino acid substitutions
C)will always have absolutely no amino acid substitutions
D)will have amino acid substitutions that produce abnormalities

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The most recent common ancestor of two divergent populations will have had less time for genetic mutations to occur and accumulate, therefore resulting in a lesser number of amino acid substitutions between the two populations in comparison to those with a more ancient common ancestor.

When Comparing the Amino Acid Sequences of Divergent Populations,those with the Most