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The term "altricial" is most applicable to newborns of:
Options
A Large herbivores
B Small insectivores
Correct Answer
C Monotremes
D Marsupials
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Altricial newborns are typically found in small mammals like rodents, insectivores, and many carnivores, which are born helpless, hairless, and often blind.

Hint

Think about which group produces underdeveloped, dependent young.

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