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Which of the following is a mammal that lays eggs?

  1. A
    Talpa
  2. B
    Echidna
  3. C
    Pteropus
  4. D
    Lemur

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Monotremes are a unique group of primitive mammals that lay eggs instead of giving birth to live young. Echidna (the spiny anteater) and the duck-billed platypus are classic examples of egg-laying monotremes. The remaining choices (Talpa/mole, Pteropus/bat, Lemur) are placental mammals.

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Which of the following is a mammal that lays eggs?
A
Talpa
B
Echidna
C
Pteropus
D
Lemur

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