The lineage that first separated from the common ancestor of all animals, and retains many of the same primitive features to this day, includes which of the following modern organisms?

a. The grasshopper
b. The sea turtle
c. The jellyfish
d. The sponge
e. The earthworm


Answer: d. The sponge

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