The species that is known as a robin in England has a yellow breast, and another species that is known as a robin in the United States has a red breast. Which statement about common names does this fact best exemplify?
Answer
A
Common names do not always translate accurately from Latin to other languages.
B
Different species can share the same common name.
C
Common names differ among various locations.
D
More than one common name may be used for the same species.
Explanation
The English robin and the U.S. robin are different species, but both are called “robin.” This shows that different species can share the same common name. Choice A describes one species having multiple common names, which is not what the example emphasizes.
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