Need help with 8 pls

Explain why scientists use shared characteristics to make cladograms.

Three cards with holes are arranged in a straight line. a light is shined through the first card’s hole and travels through all three cards. what does this tell you about light rays? a) that light is reflected b) that light is refractive c) that light travels in a straight line d) that light does not travel in a straight line

If a molecule with a molecular formula of c13h18 is treated with an excess of h2 in the presence of finally divided pt metal under conditions required for maximum hydrogenation of the molecule to give a molecule with a formula c13h24, how many rings are in the molecule?