In which of the following ways have scientists been able to improve the classification system first devised by Linnaeus in the early 1700s?

Advances in gene and protein sequencing have led to a better understanding of the evolutionary relationships between species.

Developing genetic engineering techniques has allowed us to add entire kingdoms to the original classification system.

Improved tracking and mapping technology has provided better information on the geographical ranges of individual species.

Knowing the complete sequence of an organism's DNA allows us to name it more accurately.

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Levine

16 October, 23:33

In which of the following ways have scientists been able to improve the classification system first devised by Linnaeus in the early 1700s?

Advances in gene and protein sequencing have led to a better understanding of the evolutionary relationships between species.

Developing genetic engineering techniques has allowed us to add entire kingdoms to the original classification system.

Improved tracking and mapping technology has provided better information on the geographical ranges of individual species.

Knowing the complete sequence of an organism's DNA allows us to name it more accurately.

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Jakayla Huerta · Answer 1

The ability to study the genes of organisms has allowed us to link them better to their appropriate ancestors and create better ancestral trees.

The first option is correct.