Archaeopteryx fossils show that the animal had feathers like a bird. It also had a bony tail, teeth, and claws on its wings like a reptile. Scientists claim this is evidence of a common ancestor. What makes this a sound claim?

A.Birds and reptiles are warm-blooded organisms.

B.Archaeopteryx fossils share traits with both birds and reptiles.

C.Reptile species show evolutionary advantages over birds.

D.Fossils of birds, archaeopteryx, and reptiles were found together.

@Calissa830

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Archaeopteryx fossils show that the animal had feathers like a bird. It also had a bony tail, teeth, and claws on its wings like a reptile. Scientists claim this is evidence of a common ancestor. What makes this a sound claim?


A.Birds and reptiles are warm-blooded organisms.


B.Archaeopteryx fossils share traits with both birds and reptiles.


C.Reptile species show evolutionary advantages over birds.


D.Fossils of birds, archaeopteryx, and reptiles were found together.

@Calissa830

anonymous · Answer

I would say B