Which of the following is a true statement? a. In order to be classified in the same genus, individuals must have the potential to interbreed with one another and produce fertile offspring. b. Most of the species named to date have been classified based on measurable physical traits. c. Classification systems based on reproductive compatibility can be applied to all organisms. d. Modern biologists all use one systematic application.

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Vivian Chung

25 July, 13:10

Which of the following is a true statement? a. In order to be classified in the same genus, individuals must have the potential to interbreed with one another and produce fertile offspring. b. Most of the species named to date have been classified based on measurable physical traits. c. Classification systems based on reproductive compatibility can be applied to all organisms. d. Modern biologists all use one systematic application.

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Nikolai Chaney · Answer 1

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

The classification of organisms can be defined as the proper methodology by which the organism are classified and named.

Most of the classification is done till date by observing and measuring the physical traits of the animals and plant species.

This character has been used to identify most of the species that has been named till date. This method has been used to classify organism that are living and that is found in the form of fossils. Over 1.8 organisms have been classified till date based on this classification method.