WAEC Biology 2022 Question 50

Question 50

Evolution

Which of the following sequences is the correct evolutionary trend in organisms?

  1. A.Algae → Liverwort → Ferns → Angiosperms
  2. B.Liverwort → Angiosperms → Ferns → Algae
  3. C.Angiosperms → Algae → Ferns → Liverwort
  4. D.Ferns → Liverwort → Angiosperms → Algae
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Algae → Liverwort → Ferns → Angiosperms)

Explanation

Plants evolved from simple algae to liverworts, then ferns with vascular tissue, and finally flowering plants (angiosperms).