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Evolutionary Relationships — Quiz

Question 9 • 26-27 - C - RUSD Biology in the Living Earth

Julia is trying to place a duckbilled platypus, lizard, bear, and monkey on a phylogenetic tree. She learns that the duckbilled platypus, bear, and monkey are classified as mammals. She also learns that mammals share a common ancestor with reptiles. Which additional piece of information will be most helpful to Julia to properly build her phylogenetic tree?

Answer
A
The platypus does not have fins like a fish.
B
The platypus has fur like other mammals.
C
The platypus does not have feathers like a bird.
D
The platypus lays eggs like a reptile.