Which statement is true about dichotomous keys?(1 point)

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Dichotomous keys can only be used to classify organisms based on their observable traits.
Dichotomous keys can only be used to classify organisms based on their observable traits.

Dichotomous keys can only be used if the name of the species is unknown.
Dichotomous keys can only be used if the name of the species is unknown.

Dichotomous keys can only be used to classify organisms based on their habitats.
Dichotomous keys can only be used to classify organisms based on their habitats.

Dichotomous keys can only be used if the name of the species is known.

Answer 1

The true statement about dichotomous keys is:

Dichotomous keys can only be used to classify organisms based on their observable traits.

Dichotomous keys are specifically designed to help identify unknown organisms by using a series of choices that lead the user through a set of observable characteristics.