Question:

Which of the following statements is true?

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Vertebrates ⊂ Chordates, but protochordates are non-vertebrate chordates.
Updated On: Jun 19, 2026
  • All chordates are vertebrates but all vertebrates are not chordates
  • All vertebrates are chordates but all chordates are not vertebrates
  • All chordates bear jaws
  • All vertebrates bear jaws
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Understand chordates.
Chordates are animals having notochord at some stage of development.

Step 2: Understand vertebrates.

Vertebrates are a subgroup of chordates with vertebral column.

Step 3: Relationship.

All vertebrates belong to chordates, but all chordates (like protochordates) are not vertebrates.

Step 4: Analyze option 1.

Incorrect because reverse relationship is wrong.

Step 5: Analyze jaw statements.

Not all chordates or vertebrates possess jaws (e.g., agnatha).

Step 6: Conclusion.

Thus, option (2) is correct.
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