Which one of the following is a primate ?

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Q: 52 (CAPF/2008)

Which one of the following is a primate ?

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Science

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CAPF

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{'primate': [0, 0, 1, 0], 'pangolin': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'otter': [0, 0, 3, 1], 'bear': [0, 0, 1, 0], 'loris': [1, 0, 2, 0]}

Option 1: Bear - Bears are not primates. They belong to the family Ursidae and are classified as carnivores. They have some anatomical and behavioral similarities to primates, but they are not classified within the primate order.

Option 2: Loris - This is the correct answer. Loris is a primate. Lorisidae is a family of primates that includes species like the slow loris and the slender loris. They are small, nocturnal primates known for their large eyes and slow movements.

Option 3: Pangolin - Pangolins are not primates. They belong to the order Pholidota and are classified as mammals. They have scales and feed primarily on ants and termites.

Option 4: Otter - Otters are not primates. They belong to the family Mustelidae and are classified as carnivores. Otters are semi-aquatic mammals known for their playful behavior and streamlined bodies.

In conclusion, the correct answer is option 2: Loris. Loris is a primate, belonging to the lorisidae family.

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