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How can DNA be useful in phylogeny?

A. DNA sequences are rearranged to predict how species could evolve in the future.
B. DNA sequences from different species can be compared, giving us more information about their evolutionary relationships.
C. DNA from every organism in a clade is sequenced to identify genetic mutations that have occurred.
D. DNA isn't useful in phylogeny, as morphological characteristics are used exclusively in phylogeny.

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The answer would be B.

They compare the dna of different species to figure out which one’s are more closely related and how the phylogenic tree should look.
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Answer:

B

Step-by-step explanation:

By comparing DNA it is possible to look at similarities and differences and allow for the classification of species.

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