Which of the Following Would Be Considered Analogous Structures

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be considered analogous structures?

• A) the forelimb of a bat and the forelimb of a horse
• B) the wings of a fly and the wings of a sparrow
• C) the pelvis of a human and the pelvis of a whale
• D) the flipper of a dolphin and the arm of a human
• E) the wings of a bird and the forelimbs of a reptile

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