Which statements describe homologous structures? Select three options.

An example of a homologous structure is the wing of a bird and an insect.
An example of a homologous structure is the forelimb of a whale, a human, and a dog.
Homologous structures have the same function but a different structure.
Homologous structures have the same structure, but may have a different function.
Homologous structures indicate a common ancestor.
Homologous structures do not indicate a common ancestor.

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The following three statements describe homologous structures:

  1. An example of a homologous structure is the forelimb of a whale, a human, and a dog.
  2. Homologous structures have the same structure, but may have a different function.
  3. Homologous structures indicate a common ancestor.