Question

Which of the following is/are the objective(s) of classification:

• A. Identification and description of organisms
• B. Arrangement of organisms in various categories
• C. Establishing a phylogenetic system indicating origin & evolution of the species.
  
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above

Biological classification is a scientific study of the arrangement of organisms into categories, in a hierarchy based on their similarities and dissimilarities.

Objectives of classification:

• Identification and description of organisms
• Arrangement of organisms in various categories
• Establishing a phylogenetic system indicating origin & evolution of the species.