Linnaeus's taxonomic system is referred to as a "hierarchy" because:

a. each species has a "higher level" genus and "lower level" species, and are placed within
additional higher level categories.
b. species are placed in a ranked list called the "Great Chain of Being."
c. humans are considered the most evolved species.
d. naming species officially requires approval of an appointed board of high-level experts.


a. each species has a "higher level" genus and "lower level" species, and are placed within

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