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Which statement correctly describes the proposed three-domain system mentioned in the chapter?

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It divides Monera into two domains and places the eukaryotic kingdoms in a third domain. Correct It combines all five kingdoms into one domain. It divides Plantae into three domains. It places viruses in a separate cellular domain.

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The three-domain system divides Kingdom Monera into two domains. The remaining eukaryotic kingdoms are placed in the third domain, producing a six-kingdom classification.

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