Question

What is a derived trait?

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A A trait shared with a common ancestor
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B. A trait that improves the chances that the individual will survive
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C. A trait that decreases the chances that the individual will survive
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D. A trait that is different in form from the trait of an ancestor

Answer 1

option d

Explanation:This also refers to structures that are not present in an organism, but were present in its ancestors, i.e. traits that have undergone secondary loss.