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The term 'oviparous' is applicable to:
Options
A Marsupials
B Monotremes
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C Placentals
D Therapsids
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Oviparous refers to egg-laying. Among mammals, monotremes (platypus and echidnas) are oviparous, while marsupials and placentals are viviparous.

Hint

These primitive mammals still reproduce by laying eggs.

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