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Names derived from a mother's name are called what?
APseudonyms
BMetronymics
CPatronymics
DEponyms
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Metronymics
Metronymics are names taken from the mother, as in Satavahana rulers identified through their mothers.
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