The basic assumption of the UPGMA method is that all taxa evolve at a – McqOptions

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1.	The basic assumption of the UPGMA method is that all taxa evolve at a constant rate and that they are equally distant from the root, implying that a molecular clock is in effect.
A.	True
B.	False
C.	May be True or False
D.	Can't say
Answer» B. False

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