Human dipylidiasis is most commonly acquired by accidentally ingesting which intermediate host?
Correct answer: D. An infected flea
- A. A freshwater fish
- B. A freshwater snail
- C. A dung beetle
- D. An infected flea
Explanation
Dipylidium caninum larvae develop in fleas, and humans, especially children, may become infected by swallowing an infected flea. Snails, beetles, and fish serve as intermediate hosts for other parasites, not usually for this cestode.
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