Archaeopteryx fossils show that the animal had feathers like a bird. It also had a bony tail, teeth, and claws on its wings like a reptile. Scientists claim this is evidence of a common ancestor. What makes this a sound claim?

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Archaeopteryx fossils share traits with both birds and reptiles.

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Archaeopteryx fossils show that the animal had feathers like a bird. It also had a bony tail, teeth, and claws on its wings like a reptile. Scientists claim this is evidence of a common ancestor. What makes this a sound claim?

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