Which of the Following Is Not an Example of a Vestigial

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an example of a vestigial structure?

• A) pelvic girdle and legs in whales
• B) wings for flight in most birds
• C) tailbone in humans
• D) pelvic girdle in snakes
• E) none are examples of vestigial structures

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Definitions:

Stroop Effect

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Prototype

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