Use this phylogenetic tree to answer the questions below: A B C D E F G Trait Trait 1. Interpret the phylogenetic tree shown below to answer the following questions: [½ pt each = 3 pts total] a. Highlight the node (branch point) that represents the most recent common ancestor of A and B. b. Which species is the outgroup? Highlight the one: A B C D E F G c. Which species have trait 1? Highlight all who do: A B C D E F G d. Which species have trait 2? Highlight all who do: A B C D E F G e. Which species is/are most closely related to E? f. Which species is/are most closely related to F?
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