Use the following sentence to answer the question.

Question

Use the following sentence to answer the question.

A platypus is a mammal; however, unlike most mammals, it lays eggs.

What is the connection between these ideas?

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Problem and solution

Contrast

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Cause and effect

Answer 1

The connection between these ideas is contrast. This is indicated by the word "however" which highlights the difference between a platypus being a mammal and its unique characteristic of laying eggs, which is not typical for most mammals.