Two organisms are placed in the same species, while another pair is placed only in the same genus. Which pair is expecte

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Two organisms are placed in the same species, while another pair is placed only in the same genus. Which pair is expected to share more characteristics?

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The pair placed in the same species Correct The pair placed only in the same genus Both pairs must share exactly the same number of characteristics The relationship cannot be inferred from taxonomic rank

Explanation

Species is a lower and more specific category than genus. Members of lower taxa share more characteristics than members grouped at higher taxonomic levels.

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