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_________ fins bear claspers in sharks.

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Pectoral

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B

Caudal

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C

Dorsal

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Pelvic

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Solution

The correct option is D Pelvic
Pelvic fins of sharks are associated with structures called claspers.
Claspers are found in males and they help to hold the female during mating.

Pelvic fins with claspers in a shark

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