Describe the meaning of parsimony and give an example.

Biology

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zmey [24]3 years ago

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Answer:

(Not wanting to spend or use something)

Explanation:

Like someone or something really cheap, not wanting to use something in a way that it is a waste.

A man's car broke down, he didn't want to spend any money repairing it so he did it himself.

Or could just mean being careful with your resources.

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