Scientists notice structural similarities between fossils of a land animal and an aquatic organism. They know the similarities are not a result of the two organisms having to adapt to similar environments. What can they attribute the structural similarities to?
A. convergent evolution
B. common ancestry
C. transitional evolution
D. similar mating habits

Apopulation has 1000 individuals. over a period of 1 year, 500 newindividuals are born. which equation shows how to calculate the birthrate ofthis population? a. 500 - 1000 = 0.5b. 1000 x 0.5 = 500c. 1000 - 500 = 2d. 1000 + 500 = 1500

Benito is doing research on the effects of florida's elevation on its climate. his notes include the following: 1. the average elevation of florida is 30 m above sea level. 2. the highest point in florida is britton hill, which is 105 m above sea level. 3. the change in temperature from 0 m to 1,000 m is 7 °c. what can benito conclude about the effects of florida's elevation on its climate? a.) florida typically experiences cold temperatures and temperature changes within a narrow range. b.) florida typically experiences cold temperatures and temperature changes within a broad range. c.) florida typically experiences warm temperatures and temperature changes within a narrow range. d.) florida typically experiences warm temperatures and temperature changes within a broad range.

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