How is the increased similarity in the DNA sequences of genes between more closely related organisms—and the decreased similarity between less closely related organisms— evidence for evolution?

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How is the increased similarity in the DNA sequences of genes between more closely related organisms—and the decreased similarity between less closely related organisms— evidence for evolution?

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