Question

question 13 (1 point)
which of the following systems of classification employs a consistent principle?
○ snakes: long / cobras / constrictors / australian
○ furniture: table / chair / couch / bed
○ pastries: sweet / cakes / flat / frosted

Explanation:

• For the "snakes" option: "long" is a physical characteristic, "cobras" is a species, "constrictors" is a type by hunting method, "Australian" is a geographic origin. These use different classification principles (morphology, species, behavior, geography), so inconsistent.
• For the "furniture" option: "table", "chair", "couch", "bed" are all types of furniture, classifying by the category of furniture items. This uses a consistent principle of grouping by the type of furniture.
• For the "pastries" option: "sweet" is a taste characteristic, "cakes" is a type of pastry, "flat" is a shape, "frosted" is a coating characteristic. Different principles (taste, type, shape, coating) are used, inconsistent.

Answer:

B. furniture: table / chair / couch / bed