Which of these statements about common names are true? check all that apply. common names are physically accurate descriptions of organisms. multiple organisms can be called by the same common name. multiple common names can be applied to one organism. common names are uniform across the globe. common names do not always translate accurately.

Explanation:    

The common name in biology can be defined as the name of a taxon or organism that is based upon the common language. The common name may vary depending upon the local language and country. It is the frequently used name.

Among the options given, following are correct:

1. Multiple organisms can be called by the same common name.: For example, various species of wolves can be commonly called as wolf.

2. Multiple common names can be applied to one organism.:  For example, common name of rice can be paddy, sake and others.

3. Common names do not always translate accurately: Due to diversity of languages in the world the common names do not always translate accurately.