Use the Following Information to Answer the Question

question 78

Multiple Choice

Use the following information to answer the question.
A farm pond, usually dry during winter, has plenty of water and aquatic pond life during the summer. One summer, Sarah returns to the family farm from college. Observing the pond, she is fascinated by some six-legged organisms that can crawl about on submerged surfaces or, when disturbed, seemingly "jet" through the water. Watching further, she is able to conclude that the "mystery organisms" are ambush predators, and their prey includes everything from insects to small fish and tadpoles.
If the pond organisms are larvae, rather than adults, Sarah should expect them to have all of the following structures, except ________.

• A) antennae
• B) an open circulatory system
• C) an exoskeleton of chitin
• D) sex organs

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Definitions:

Control

The ability to direct, influence, or regulate the behavior of others or the course of events.

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The ability to understand, interpret, and create stories and narratives, which is essential for effective communication and understanding in various contexts.

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The process of comprehending the narrative, themes, and contexts within a piece of literature or situation.

Elaborating the Meaning

The act of providing detailed explanations or clarifications to deepen understanding of a topic.