In the phylogenetic tree shown, which two species are most closely related?
ASpecies A and Species B
BSpecies A and Species C
CSpecies B and Species C
DAll three are equally related
Explanation
In a phylogenetic tree, organisms sharing the most recent common ancestor (closest branch point on the right) are most closely related. A and B branch off from each other after C diverged.
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