For phylogenetic studies, which characteristic is NOT a reason why SSU rRNA gene sequences are favored over other nucleotide sequences?

a. They are completely conserved.
b. They are functionally constant.
c. They make up the largest database of gene sequences.
d. They are universally distributed.


Answer: A

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