The diagram below shows the fossil record of different species. According to the records of fossil species V and W, which statement is most likely true? A) Fossil species W appeared before fossil species V, allowing fossil species W to survive longer.

B) Fossil species W was ancestral to fossil species V because it appeared before fossil species V.

C) Fossil species W had greater genetic variability than fossil species V, allowing fossil species W to adapt and survive longer

D) Fossil species W had lower reproductive success than fossil species V, allowing smaller populations to adapt and survive