Question

which of the following is an example of a vestigial structure? the hind limbs of a house cat the fins of sharks the tailbone of a human the wings of a red - tailed hawk

Explanation:

A vestigial structure is a body part that has lost its original function through evolution. The tailbone (coccyx) of a human is vestigial as humans no longer have tails and it has a reduced function. Hind limbs of a house cat are functional, shark fins are functional for swimming, and hawk wings are functional for flight.

Answer:

C. the tailbone of a human (assuming the options are labeled A: the hind limbs of a house cat, B: the fins of sharks, C: the tailbone of a human, D: the wings of a red - tailed hawk)