Whales and hippos are thought to have evolved from a common ancestor around 54 million years ago. Which of the following is also true about these species?

A.

Whales and hippos have not changed in the past 54 million years.

B.

Whales and hippos share many genetic similarities.

C.

Whales and hippos are physically identical.

D.

Whales and hippos can interbreed to produce offspring.

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Biology

Natalee Boone

18 June, 03:15

Whales and hippos are thought to have evolved from a common ancestor around 54 million years ago. Which of the following is also true about these species?

A.

Whales and hippos have not changed in the past 54 million years.

B.

Whales and hippos share many genetic similarities.

C.

Whales and hippos are physically identical.

D.

Whales and hippos can interbreed to produce offspring.

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Konner Petty · Answer 1

B

Explanation:

I'd say B, the first is wrong because they look nothing alike third one is wrong because you just don't see that happening (obviously) choose B it's in the DNA if they according to D evolved from the same ancestor then they share genetics.