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Which of the following correctly defines a species?
  1. Species is the lowest category of taxonomic hierarchy.
  2. It is the basic unit of classification.
  3. It is the largest unit of classification.
  4. Both A and B

A
It is the basic unit of classification.
B
Species is the lowest category of taxonomic hierarchy.
C
It is the largest unit of classification.
D
Both A and B
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A species has often defined as a group of organisms where two hybrids are capable of reproducing fertile offspring, typically using sexual reproduction. It is the lowest category of taxonomic hierarchy and also the basic unit of classification.
So, the correct answer is option D.

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