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Which of the following correctly describes the taxonomic hierarchy?

  1. A
    Lower the taxon, more the shared characteristics
  2. B
    Higher the taxon, more the shared characteristics
  3. C
    Species have more differences than Kingdom
  4. D
    Genus contains only one species

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As you move down the hierarchy (), the groups become more exclusive. Consequently, the organisms within a lower taxon (like a Genus or Species) share a higher number of characteristics compared to a higher taxon (like a Phylum or Kingdom).

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Which of the following correctly describes the taxonomic hierarchy?
A
Lower the taxon, more the shared characteristics
B
Higher the taxon, more the shared characteristics
C
Species have more differences than Kingdom
D
Genus contains only one species

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