In cladistics a derived character is one that a is found in

In cladistics, a \"derived\" character is one that:

a. is found in all members of a monophyletics group

b. is produced via changes to the ancestoral form

c. is found in the ancestoral species

d. is found in all members of a crown group

Solution

Derived charecters are produced via changes to an ancestoral form. They are features in organism that have been modified for special functions or adaptations that increase the fitness of the organism. It occurs as a result of evolution. These can be physical or behavior traits.