Could the number of eggs or young ones produced by an oviparous and viviparous mother be equal? Why?

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(N/A) No,the number of eggs produced by an oviparous mother is generally much higher than the number of young ones produced by a viviparous mother.
In oviparous animals,the development of the embryo occurs outside the mother's body. These eggs are highly vulnerable to environmental hazards and predators.
To compensate for this high mortality rate and ensure the survival of the species,oviparous organisms produce a large number of eggs.
In contrast,in viviparous organisms,the development of the embryo takes place within the protected environment of the mother's body.
Since the offspring are shielded from external threats,their survival rate is significantly higher,which is why fewer young ones are produced.

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