Which of the Following Characteristics Is NOT Shared by Both

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characteristics is NOT shared by both bony fish and cartilaginous fish?

• A) scales
• B) paired fins
• C) movable fins
• D) muscular tails
• E) all of these are characteristics of both bony and cartilaginous fish

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