What are homologous traits? a. Traits that are functional and adaptive in one sp

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What are homologous traits? a. Traits that are functional and adaptive in one species but are not functional in another species. b. Traits that were originally selected for one function and then co-opted for a different function. c. Traits that are found in two or more species because these species live in similar environments and independently evolved the traits due to shared selective pressures. d. Traits that are found in two or more species because these species have inherited this trait from their common ancestor.

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The correct answer is D.

Traits that are found in two or more species because these species have inherited this trait from their common ancestor.

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