Question

Homologous traits: a. always perform the same function in different species b. always perform a different function in different species c. are inherited from a common ancestor d. a and c are correct e. b and c are correct?

1) always perform the same function in different species
2) always perform a different function in different species
3) are inherited from a common ancestor
4) a and c are correct
5) b and c are correct

Answer 1

Homologous traits are inherited from a common ancestor and can perform either the same or a different function in different species.

Step-by-step explanation:

Homologous traits are traits that are inherited from a common ancestor. They may or may not perform the same function in different species, so option d. is correct: homologous traits are inherited from a common ancestor (c.) and can perform either the same or a different function in different species (a.). Therefore, the correct answer is option 4) a and c are correct.