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Which lists the correct order of evolutionary history?

A
crabs, jellyfish, reptiles
B
mammals, amphibians, crabs
C
vertebrate fish, crabs, mammals
D
jellyfish, reptiles, mammals
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Studying the anatomy of different organisms allows scientists to determine how different species have evolved over time. Which type of anatomic structure are bird wings and butterfly wings when compared to each other?

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vestigial
B
homologous
C
analogous
D
heterologous
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What do gradualism and punctuated equilibrium have in common?

A
They are both explanations of the rate of evolutionary change.
B
They are both explanations that were put forth by Darwin.
C
They both discredit the theory of evolution.
D
They both utilize radioactive dating over relative dating.
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Dogs have a reduced nonfunctional digit on their paws known as a dewclaw. What is this an example of?

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analogous structure
B
homologous structure
C
vestigial structure
D
mutated structure
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Which structures are similar in function, but do not indicate that the organisms are related?

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analogous structures
B
homologous structures
C
vestigial structures
D
transitional structures
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Whales have what seem like remnants of a pelvis and femur, as shown here.What are these structures an example of?

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transitional structures
B
analogous structures
C
vestigial structures
D
adapted structures
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What do scientists need to look at before developing an argument?

A
The validity of data, claims, hypotheses, and observations.
B
Their opinion and personal views.
C
The arguments of famous people on the topic.
D
The arguments that make the most sense for society.
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Siblings have similar traits because they inherit those traits from a common ancestor. How is this similar to some evidence for evolution?

A
Similarities can be seen between siblings in species today, which shows common ancestry.
B
Similarities can be seen among related organisms, which shows common ancestry.
C
There are many differences between siblings in species today, which shows common ancestry.
D
There are many differences between related organisms, which shows common ancestry.
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Which of these statements best sums up evolution?

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rapid change in species’ habits and features
B
rapid development of vestigial structures in a species
C
change in a population through new species being made
D
change in a population through genetic variation over time
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Australopithecus is an ape that lived in trees, but could walk on two feet. How might fossils from Australopithecus provide evidence for evolution?

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Australopithecus is a fossil that is used to date other Precambrian fossils.
B
Australopithecus provides evidence of the existence of apes, but not humans.
C
Australopithecus is a transitional form between apes and humans.
D
Australopithecus provides evidence that humans existed.

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