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Which of these is the correct set of examples of oviparous animals?

A

Cats, dogs and snakes

B

Lizards, frogs and snakes

C

Humans, birds and lizards

D

Snakes, birds and humans

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understand the Definition of Oviparous Animals:** - Oviparous animals are those that lay eggs. The young ones develop outside the mother's body and hatch from these eggs. Examples include birds and reptiles. 2. **Identify the Characteristics of Oviparous Animals:** - They do not give birth to live young directly. Instead, they produce eggs which eventually hatch into new individuals. 3. **Review the Given Options:** - The options provided are: - A) Cats, Dogs, Snakes - B) Lizards, Frogs, Snakes - C) Humans, Birds, Lizards - D) Snakes, Birds, Humans 4. **Evaluate Each Option:** - **Option A (Cats, Dogs, Snakes):** - Cats and dogs are viviparous (they give birth to live young), so this option is incorrect. - **Option B (Lizards, Frogs, Snakes):** - Lizards lay eggs, frogs lay eggs (which hatch into tadpoles), and snakes also lay eggs. This option is correct. - **Option C (Humans, Birds, Lizards):** - Humans are viviparous (they give birth to live young), so this option is incorrect. - **Option D (Snakes, Birds, Humans):** - Humans are viviparous, so this option is also incorrect. 5. **Conclusion:** - The correct set of examples of oviparous animals is **Option B: Lizards, Frogs, Snakes**. ---
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