Compared to rodents, rabbits have an extra pair of incisors and other skeletal structures that are different. They also have some features that are similar. What can scientists conclude from this observation?(1 point)

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Rodents and rabbits evolved from different mammal ancestors and lack a common ancestor.
Rodents and rabbits evolved from different mammal ancestors and lack a common ancestor.

Rabbit teeth are better than rodent teeth.
Rabbit teeth are better than rodent teeth.

Rodents and rabbits share a common ancestor.
Rodents and rabbits share a common ancestor.

Rabbits evolved from a species of rodent.

Answer 1

The most scientifically supported conclusion from the observation that rabbits have an extra pair of incisors and other skeletal differences while also sharing some similarities with rodents is:

Rodents and rabbits share a common ancestor.

This conclusion is based on the principles of evolutionary biology, where similarities and differences in anatomical features can indicate common ancestry.