Classification is an important aspect of understanding and describing the many life forms on earth. In their classification scheme, biologists use different "ranks" that are more or less inclusive. Which of the following correctly lists these ranks from most to least inclusive?
A. phylum; class; genus; family; species
B. kingdom; order; class; genus; species
C. class; order; family; genus; species
D. kingdom; domain; family; genus; species
Answer: A. phylum; class; genus; family; species
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