Question Detail

ZOO 102 Animal Diversity, Phylogeny, and Vertebrate Structure Objective Question

Question

A fundamental feature of the vertebrate body plan is the presence of paired appendages. Which is an example of such appendages?
Options
A A single dorsal fin
B Limb bones like the humerus and femur
Correct Answer
C The vertebral column
D The lateral line
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Paired appendages include limbs (legs/arms/wings) which contain bones like the humerus and femur. The vertebral column is a central axial structure, not a paired appendage.

Hint

Think of structures that come in pairs, such as legs or fins.

Question Info