Although birds, fish, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians are different, evidence of their evolutionary links is provided

by ____.
a. chemical analysis
b. comparison of adult body forms
c. comparison of ways in which their embryos develop
d. time of gestation
e. comparing life expectancies


ANSWER: c

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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