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Question 1 • TPS EdX Biology

Which organism is a fungus-like protist?

Answer
A
dinoflagellate
B
diatom
C
slime mold
D
yeast

Explanation

Slime molds are fungus-like protists because they often grow on decaying material and can form spreading, mold-like bodies. Yeast is a true fungus, while dinoflagellates and diatoms are algae-like protists. Therefore, the correct choice is slime mold.

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