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Flukes and tapeworms:

A

show cephalization

B

have well-developed reproductive systems

C

have well-developed nervous systems

D

have a tube-within-a-tube body plan

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To solve the question regarding flukes and tapeworms, we will analyze the characteristics of these organisms and their classification. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Organisms**: Flukes and tapeworms are both types of flatworms. They belong to the phylum Platyhelminthes. 2. **Understand the Classification**: The phylum Platyhelminthes is characterized by certain features, including their body structure, reproductive system, and nervous system. 3. **Evaluate the Options**: - **Sequelization**: This term is not typically associated with the characteristics of flukes and tapeworms. - **Developed Reproductive System**: Flukes and tapeworms have well-developed reproductive systems, which is a significant characteristic of this phylum. - **Nervous System**: While they do have a nervous system, it is not as complex as in higher organisms. - **Tube Within Tube Body Plan**: This refers to a body plan seen in more complex organisms, not in flatworms. 4. **Select the Correct Option**: Given the analysis, the correct option is that flukes and tapeworms have a well-developed reproductive system. ### Final Answer: The correct option is **B: Reproductive system has developed**. ---

To solve the question regarding flukes and tapeworms, we will analyze the characteristics of these organisms and their classification. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Organisms**: Flukes and tapeworms are both types of flatworms. They belong to the phylum Platyhelminthes. 2. **Understand the Classification**: The phylum Platyhelminthes is characterized by certain features, including their body structure, reproductive system, and nervous system. ...
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