Multiple choice general knowledge

What family was the giant panda a member of before its classification was changed?

  1. Horse

  2. Cat

  3. Raccoon

  4. Dog
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Giant pandas were originally classified in the raccoon family (Procyonidae) due to physical similarities with raccoons. Later genetic analysis revealed they are actually bears (Ursidae), leading to their reclassification - an example of how DNA testing improves taxonomy.

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