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Canis latrans, Canis lupus, Canis familiaris are all in the same:

a. Species
b. Genus
c. Family
d. B and C
e. A, B, and C

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Final answer:

Canis latrans, Canis lupus, and Canis familiaris belong to the same genus, Canis, and the same family, Canidae, which is option d. B and C.

Step-by-step explanation:

The organisms Canis latrans (coyote), Canis lupus (wolf), and Canis familiaris (domestic dog) are all part of the same genus, which is Canis. Since they belong to the same genus, they also naturally fall under the same family, which is Canidae. Therefore, the answer is that they all belong to the same genus and family (option d. B and C).

Organisms are classified through a hierarchical system called taxonomic classification, and the binomial nomenclature system is used to give each organism a unique two-part scientific name which includes its genus and species. This classification process is essential for scientists to organize and study biological diversity. Dogs and wolves further share the species name Canis lupus, but dogs are categorized as a subspecies with the addition of 'familiaris' making it Canis lupus familiaris.

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