The table shows the distribution of traits (A-E)in six extant species (1-6).A "0" indicates the ancestral condition;a "1" is the derived condition.Construct a cladogram from these data.Which pair of species shares the greatest number of derived characters (synapomorphies)?
A)1 and 3
B)6 and 4
C)6 and 5
D)2 and 3
E)6 and 3

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Species 5 and 6 share four derived characters (traits B, C, D, and E) while no other pair shares more than three. Therefore, the correct choice is C (6 and 5).

The Table Shows the Distribution of Traits (A-E)in Six Extant