If two organisms have similar rRNA sequences, you can conclude that they
A) live in the same place.
B) will have different G-C ratios.
C) mated with each other.
D) will both ferment lactose.
E) evolved from a common ancestor.

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Similar rRNA sequences suggest that the organisms share a common evolutionary ancestor, as rRNA is highly conserved across different species.

If Two Organisms Have Similar RRNA Sequences, You Can Conclude