Trait  SpeciesABCDE111011211010311100410000511100611011The table shows the distribution of traits (A-E) in six extant species (1-6). A "0" indicates the ancestral condition, while "1" indicates the derived condition. Based on this data, which species would be considered the outgroup?

A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
E. 5


Answer: D

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