Question

Phenetic classification is based on?

• A. Sexual characteristics
• B. The ancestral lineage of existing organisms
• C. Observable characteristics of existing organisms
• D. Dendrogram's based on DNA characteristics

Answer 1

The correct option is C Observable characteristics of existing organisms

In phenetic classification, organisms are classified into various groups based on their morphological similarities. This classification does not take into consideration the phylogenic similarities or links between the organisms. It is also known as taximetrics.

So, the correct answer is 'Observable characteristics of existing organisms'.