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Q. Which of the following are classified as true fishes in taxonomy?
  1. Jellyfish
  2. Starfish
  3. Dogfish
  4. Silverfish
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Answer: Only 3
Notes: Dogfish is the only true fish, classified under class Chondrichthyes. Jellyfish (Phylum Cnidaria), Starfish (Phylum Echinodermata), and Silverfish (an insect) are not related to true fishes (class Pisces), which have a backbone, gills, and fins. The other options are misnamed and do not belong to the group of true fishes.
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