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The chart displays the evolutionary history of organisms as indicated by the presence or absence of derived characteristics.

Which argument is BEST supported by the information given?
A. The earthworm and lizard evolved at the same time because of the absence of legs and hair.

B. The lizard and humans share a common ancestor because of the presence of a backbone and legs.

C. The trout and humans share a common ancestor because of the presence of a backbone.

D. Earthworms were the most recent to evolve because of the absence of the derived
characteristics.

The chart displays the evolutionary history of organisms as indicated by the presence-example-1
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Answer:

b

Step-by-step explanation:

common ancestry is indicated by the presence of homologous structures such as the backbone and legs

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