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In the Amhlotheridae and Stylodontidae Ave probably have a 

 line of Insectivora. (4) Dryolestes has a molar pattern which is 

 not observed in any marsupial, but is seen in Chrysochloris among the 

 Insectivora. Since, however, it is common for marsupials to mimic 

 the dentition of other orders, this relationship must be held with 

 some reserve. 



