In the cladogram shown, which two species are the most closely related?

Species 1 and 4

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Species 4 and 5

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Species 6 and 2

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Species 3 and 1

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Species 5 and 1

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Solution

The correct option is B Species 4 and 5
Cladogram is a diagram that shows the relationship between the species.
In the given cladogram, species 4 and 5 are forming the sister group as they are arising from the same branch. This means species 4 and 5 are closely related.
So, the correct answer is 'Species 4 and 5'.

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