Gans's and Northcutt's "new head" hypothesis proposes that

A) Vertebrates have a diffuse nerve sensory system.
B) More complex teeth in the head evolved in response to a more predatory lifestyle.
C) The success of vertebrates was linked to specializations of the head.
D) B and C


Answer: C

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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What will be an ideal response?

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During development, the left dorsal aorta and the common dorsal aorta form the descending aorta.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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