Which concept of speciation uses multiple criteria to determine if a population is part of an independent evolutionary lineage, and thus a species, which is distinct from others?
A) Ecological species concept
B) General lineage concept
C) Biological species concept
D) Evolutionary species concept

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The general lineage concept of speciation uses multiple criteria, such as genetic, ecological, morphological, and behavioral differences to determine if a population is part of an independent evolutionary lineage and thus a species that is distinct from others. Unlike the biological species concept, this concept does not require reproductive isolation for species recognition. Additionally, the general lineage concept can account for asexual and hybridizing organisms.

Which Concept of Speciation Uses Multiple Criteria to Determine If