The common characteristic between tomatoes and potatoes will be maximum at the level of their:
Correct answer: A. Family
- A. Family
- B. Order
- C. Division
- D. Genus
Explanation
Potato (Solanum tuberosum) and tomato (Lycopersicum esculentum) both belong to the family Solanaceae, which is commonly called the "potato family". Many plants belonging to this family are sources of vegetables, fruits, etc.
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