Question

Which of the following correctly describes a common ancestor?A) A sequence of DNA that codes for proteinsB) A species from which 2 or more recent species evolvedC) A species that is descended from a particular ancestorD) A diagram that shows how species are related

Answer 1

In evolution, a common ancestor refers to a species or group of organisms from whom a group of organisms descends.

This term refers to a group that gave place to more groups, rather than individuals.

This means B) A species from which 2 or more recent species evolved, is the right answer