A plant has the following characteristics: a taproot system, several growth rings evident in a cross section of the stem, and a layer of bark around the outside. Which of the following best describes the plant?
A) herbaceous eudicot
B) woody eudicot
C) woody monocot
D) herbaceous monocot

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The characteristics described, such as a taproot system, growth rings, and a layer of bark, are typical of woody eudicots. These features indicate a plant that is not only a dicotyledon (eudicot) but also has secondary growth, which is common in woody plants.

A Plant Has the Following Characteristics: a Taproot System, Several