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Methods of Classification

Question 10 • 24 - 25 CR - Biology B (0411KB)

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
More than one common name may be used for the same species.
B
Common names differ among various locations.
C
Different species can share the same common name.
D
Common names do not always translate accurately from Latin to other languages.