Which of the following is an example of mimicry?

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A moth resembling a dead leaf Correct A fish laying many eggs A tree developing deep roots A cactus storing water

Mimicry occurs when an organism resembles another object or species to avoid predation, as in the case of a moth resembling a dead leaf.

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