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4-chambered heart is in...

4-chambered heart is in

A

All reptiles

B

All birds + crocodile + all mammals

C

Only Mammals

D

Frog

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks which group of animals possesses a 4-chambered heart. 2. **Evaluating the First Option - All Reptiles**: - Reptiles generally have a 3-chambered heart, which consists of two atria and one ventricle. - Therefore, this option is incorrect. 3. **Evaluating the Second Option - All Birds, Crocodiles, and All Mammals**: - Birds and mammals both have a 4-chambered heart, which consists of two atria and two ventricles. - Crocodiles, although reptiles, also possess a 4-chambered heart, making this option correct. - Hence, this option is correct. 4. **Evaluating the Third Option - Only Mammals**: - While mammals do have a 4-chambered heart, this option is incomplete because it excludes birds and crocodiles, which also have a 4-chambered heart. - Therefore, this option is incorrect. 5. **Evaluating the Fourth Option - Frog**: - Frogs have a 3-chambered heart, consisting of two atria and one ventricle. - Thus, this option is incorrect. 6. **Conclusion**: The correct answer is the second option, which includes all birds, crocodiles, and all mammals, as they all possess a 4-chambered heart. ---
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