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Humans are__________. (oviparous/viviparous/ovoviviparous)

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Terms**: - Oviparous: Refers to animals that lay eggs. - Viviparous: Refers to animals that give birth to live young. - Ovoviviparous: Refers to animals that have embryos developing inside eggs that remain in the mother's body until they are ready to hatch. 2. **Analyzing Human Reproduction**: - In humans, fertilization occurs inside the female body. - After fertilization, the embryo develops inside the uterus. - Eventually, the fully developed baby is born alive. 3. **Conclusion**: - Since humans give birth to live young rather than laying eggs, they are classified as viviparous. **Final Answer**: Humans are **viviparous**. ---
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