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[A]: Homologous organs have similar stru...

[A]: Homologous organs have similar structure but different functions.
[R]: It is believed that homologous structures were created for different purposes and their present function is secondarily achieved out of necessity

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If both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

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If both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A

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If A is true and R is false

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If both A and R are false

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