Mammals are considered to have evolved from reptiles known as
A)crocodilians.
B)cotylosaurs.
C)therapsids.
D)conodonts.
E)thecodonts.

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The therapsids are often considered the reptilian group from which mammals evolved. They were a diverse group of synapsids that lived during the Late Permian and Early Triassic periods. Their characteristics, such as their mammal-like teeth and skull structure, suggest that they were an intermediate stage between reptiles and mammals. Therefore, choice C is the best option.

Mammals Are Considered to Have Evolved from Reptiles Known as