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Museums have...

Museums have

A

Collection of living organisms

B

Dried and preserved plant specimens only

C

Animals kept in their natural habitats

D

Preserved plant and animals specimens

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks about what museums have, specifically regarding collections related to living organisms. 2. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Option A**: Collection of living organisms. - **Option B**: Dried and preserved plant specimens only. - **Option C**: Animals kept in their natural habitat. - **Option D**: Preserved plant and animal specimens only. 3. **Evaluating Each Option**: - **Option A**: Museums do not typically have living organisms; they focus on preserved specimens. - **Option B**: This option is too narrow, as museums also include animal specimens, not just plants. - **Option C**: This is incorrect because animals in their natural habitat are found in zoos or wildlife reserves, not museums. - **Option D**: This option is correct because museums do have collections of preserved plant and animal specimens. 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, the correct answer is **Option D**: Preserved plant and animal specimens only. ---
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