Question

A species of toad living in an area is similar in form to toad fossils found in very old rock. Which hypothesis does this observation support? (SC.912.L.15.1) * 1 point Toads living near the area have evolved slowly over time. Toads evolved rapidly, because there are many variations in form. This species of toad burrowed into the rock and became fossilized. The toads living today migrated to the area from a different region.

Answer 1

The observation that a species of toad living in an area is similar in form to toad fossils found in very old rock supports the hypothesis that "Toads living near the area have evolved slowly over time." This suggests a continuity in form and function, indicating that the modern toads are likely descendants of the ancient fossils, showing gradual changes over time rather than a rapid evolution or migration from another region.