The comparison of homologous traits in living and extinct organisms is an example of ____.
A) comparative morphology
B) taxonomy
C) historical biogeography
D) paleontology
E) molecular biology

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Comparative morphology involves the study of similarities and differences in the structures of organisms, which includes comparing homologous traits (traits inherited from a common ancestor) in both living and extinct species to understand evolutionary relationships and history.

The Comparison of Homologous Traits in Living and Extinct Organisms