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Which of the following is incorrect about phylogenetic classification?

  1. A
    It is based on evolutionary history.
  2. B
    It considers genetic and molecular similarities.
  3. C
    It ignores fossil evidence.
  4. D
    It groups organisms based on common ancestry.

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Phylogenetic classification aims to reflect the true evolutionary history () of organisms.It uses fossil evidence to determine the timing of divergences.It utilizes molecular data (DNA/RNA) to find genetic similarities.It relies on common ancestry to form clades.Therefore, saying it "ignores fossil evidence" is factually incorrect.

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Which of the following is incorrect about phylogenetic classification?
A
It is based on evolutionary history.
B
It considers genetic and molecular similarities.
C
It ignores fossil evidence.
D
It groups organisms based on common ancestry.

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