Question

a homologous structure is one that ______. has the same function in different organisms no longer serves a clear purpose in an organism was inherited from a common ancestor has a similar appearance in different organisms

Explanation:

Homologous structures are defined by their shared evolutionary origin from a common ancestor, regardless of potential differences in function or appearance over time. The other options describe analogous structures (same function), vestigial structures (no clear purpose), or superficial similarity, which do not define homology.

Answer:

C. was inherited from a common ancestor