Linnaeus's taxonomic system is referred to as a "hierarchy" because:
A) each species has a "higher level" genus and "lower level" species.
B) species are placed in a ranked list called the "Great Chain of Being."
C) humans are considered the most evolved species.
D) none of the above

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Linnaeus's taxonomic system is hierarchical because it includes levels of classification, with each species being grouped into a genus, which is then grouped into a family, then an order, class, and finally phylum. This creates a hierarchy of levels, with each level representing a broader group of organisms.

Linnaeus's Taxonomic System Is Referred to as a "Hierarchy" Because