The numerical taxonomy of plants is based on which of the following?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. All observable characteristics.
A) Numerical taxonomy is carried out using computers. It is based on all observable characteristics. In numerical taxonomy, numbers and codes are assigned to all the characters and every character is given equal importance.
B) Plant taxonomy can be defined as the branch of botany which deals with characterisation, identification, classification and nomenclature of plants based on their similarities and differences.