Question

A lead is

• A. each statement in the key
• B. the information given in floras
• C. a contrasting character in the key
• D. a description of single taxon

Answer 1

The correct option is A each statement in the key

Key is a taxonomical aid for the identification of plants and animals based on the similarities and dissimilarities.

Keys are based on the contrasting characters in a pair called couplet. Each statement in the key is called a lead.