By studying the limbs and fossils of different animals, such as a horse leg and a human leg, scientists have noticed that there are similarities in their bone structures. This is evidence that their bone structures and limbs may have evolved in similar ways.

Question

Which statement is true about this scenario?

(1 point)
Responses

The scenario is describing a relationship known as correlation.
The scenario is describing a relationship known as correlation.

The scenario is describing a relationship known as causation.
The scenario is describing a relationship known as causation.

The scenario is describing transitional fossils.
The scenario is describing transitional fossils.

The scenario is describing intermediate fossils.
The scenario is describing intermediate fossils.

Answer 1

The correct statement about this scenario is:

The scenario is describing a relationship known as correlation.

This is because the similarities in bone structures between different species suggest a shared evolutionary history or common ancestor, rather than directly implying causation or the presence of transitional or intermediate fossils.