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The correct sequence of classification of house mouse is:

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When classifying organisms, always start from the broadest category (phylum) and move towards the most specific (genus or species).
Updated On: Feb 20, 2026
  • (A) Muridae, (D) Rodentia, (B) Mammalia, (E) Mus, (C) Chordata
  • (C) Chordata, (B) Mammalia, (D) Rodentia, (A) Muridae, (E) Mus
  • (B) Mammalia, (A) Muridae, (E) Mus, (C) Chordata, (D) Rodentia
  • (D) Rodentia, (E) Mus, (C) Chordata, (B) Mammalia, (A) Muridae
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The Correct Option is B

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1. The taxonomic classification of the house mouse (Mus musculus) is as follows:
• Phylum: Chordata
• Class: Mammalia
• Order: Rodentia
• Family: Muridae
• Genus: Mus
2. This hierarchical sequence progresses from phylum to genus.
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