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A phylogenetic tree representing the evolutionary relationship between various vertebrates is shown below. [Image: formula 0] Given this tree topology, which one or more of the following statements is/are correct?

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Crocodiles are more closely related to turtles than they are to dinosaurs Mammals represent the outgroup with respect to reptiles Correct Dinosaurs are more closely related to crocodiles than they are to birds Reptiles are nested within mammals

Explanation

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