The life cycle of a flea is best classified as:
Correct answer: A. Complete metamorphosis
- A. Complete metamorphosis
- B. Incomplete metamorphosis
- C. Direct development without larvae
- D. Alternation between two hosts
Explanation
Fleas pass through egg, larva, pupa and adult stages, which is complete metamorphosis. Incomplete metamorphosis has immature stages resembling small adults and lacks a pupal stage.
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