According to Fish in "Mixed Blood," an avocado is classed as a in the United States and a ____ in Brazil.
A) fruit, seed
B) seed, nut
C) vegetable, nut
D) vegetable, fruit

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In the United States, an avocado is classified as a fruit because it is the seed-bearing structure of a plant, while in Brazil it is considered a fruit because it is a fleshy receptacle containing seeds. Therefore, the best choice is D, vegetable and fruit, as the avocado is not classified as a vegetable in either country and it is not a nut.

According to Fish in "Mixed Blood," an Avocado Is Classed