Which of the following is most likely a characteristic of the earliest tetrapod fossils?
A) they show evidence of internal fertilization
B) they show evidence of having produced shelled eggs
C) they indicate limited adaptation to life on land
D) they feature the earliest indications of the appearance of jaws

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The earliest tetrapod fossils show characteristics indicating limited adaptation to life on land, such as limbs for movement but still possessing features suited for an aquatic lifestyle, reflecting their transitional nature from water-dwelling to land-dwelling organisms.

Which of the Following Is Most Likely a Characteristic of the Earliest