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According to Allen's Rule, the mammals from colder climates have

A

Shorter ears and longer limbs

B

Longer ears and shorter limbs

C

Longer ears and longer limbs

D

Shorter ears and shorter limbs

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D
Loss of body heat depends upon surface area, Small sized ears and limbs will provide less surface area for heat loss .
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