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Mammalian teeth differ from those of other vertebrates in having more:
Options
A Simple, peg-like shapes
B Complex shapes — more cusps, cones, and ridges
Correct Answer
C Sets of replacement teeth
D Continuously growing incisors
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Mammal teeth have more complex shapes than the teeth of other vertebrates, with many more cusps, cones, and ridges for specialized functions.

Hint

Compare the structural complexity of mammalian teeth to other vertebrates.

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