Arrange the steps of constructing a phylogenetic tree using the distance method in the correct order.
1)A distance matrix is created.
2)Trees are constructed by arranging segments or branches derived from pair-wise distance comparisons.
3)The distance between species is measured using character state changes.
4)Phylogenetic inference software is used to choose the best tree.
A)1,2,3,4
B)2,3,4,1
C)3,1,2,4
D)4,3,2,1

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The correct order of constructing a phylogenetic tree using distance method is:
1)The distance between species is measured using character state changes.
2)A distance matrix is created.
3)Trees are constructed by arranging segments or branches derived from pairwise distance comparisons.
4) Phylogenetic inference software is used to choose the best tree. Therefore, the correct order is 3-1-2-4, which is represented by choice letter C.

Arrange the Steps of Constructing a Phylogenetic Tree Using the Distance