Which of the Following Statements About Skeletons Is NOT True

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about skeletons is NOT true?

• A)The skeleton of a vertebrate is an endoskeleton.
• B)The skeleton of an arthropod is an exoskeleton.
• C)The skeleton of a clam is an exoskeleton.
• D)All exoskeletons must be shed as the animal grows.
• E)An earthworm has a fluid-filled cavity that acts as a hydrostatic skeleton.

---

Definitions:

Dysfunctional

Dysfunctional refers to behaviors or patterns that are maladaptive, impairing an individual's ability to function effectively in daily life.

Overt

Something that is open and observable, not hidden or secret.

Covert

Hidden or not openly acknowledged, often used in the context of psychological phenomena or operations.

Self-guidance

The ability to direct one's own actions and decisions independently, often based on personal values, knowledge, and goals.