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Tapeworm shows

A

Strobilation

B

Plasmotomy

C

Multiple fission

D

Binary fission.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks about the mode of reproduction exhibited by tapeworms. The options provided are strobilation, plasmotomy, multiple fusion, and binary fusion. 2. **Identifying the Correct Term**: Among the options, we need to identify which one is specifically associated with tapeworms. 3. **Defining Strobilation**: Strobilation is a form of asexual reproduction that involves the segmentation of the body into multiple segments. Each segment is referred to as a strobila. 4. **Understanding Proglottis**: In the context of tapeworms, each segment (strobila) contains a structure called proglottis. Proglottis can be classified into three types: - Mature proglottis - Immature proglottis - Gravid proglottis 5. **Conclusion**: Given that tapeworms reproduce through strobilation, the correct answer to the question is option A: strobilation. **Final Answer**: The tapeworm shows **A. strobilation**. ---
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