As we go higher from species to kingdom, the number of common characteristics goes on decreasing. Based on this principle, which of the following pairs of taxa will share the maximum number of common characteristics?

Step-by-step solution

The number of common characteristics is maximum at the lowest taxonomic category and decreases as we move up the taxonomic hierarchy. Panthera leo and Panthera pardus are two different species belonging to the same genus (Panthera). Panthera and Felis are two different genera belonging to the same family (Felidae). Felis and Canis belong to two different families (Felidae and Canidae) within the same order (Carnivora). Carnivora and Primata are two different orders belonging to the same class (Mammalia). Since Pant