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Why are classification systems changing every now and then?

Options

  1. ASince it is nearly impossible to study all the living organisms, it is necessary to classify the organisms
  2. BThe reason is unknown
  3. CAs more and more organisms are increasing day by day
  4. DThe classification earlier were based upon the uses of various Organisms while now they are interested to know

Correct answer

D. The classification earlier were based upon the uses of various Organisms while now they are interested to know

Step-by-step solution

In early days, human beings needed to find sources for their basic needs of food, clothing and shelter. Hence, the earliest classifications were based on the uses of various organisms. Human beings were, since long, not only interested in knowing more about different organisms and their diversities, but also the relationship among them.

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