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BIO 102 Unique characteristics of animals 1 Objective Question

Question

Which phylum is described as having a 'ladder-type' nervous system with cerebral ganglia?
Options
A Cnidaria
B Platyhelminthes
Correct Answer
C Annelida
D Nematoda
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Under 'Phylum Platyhelminthes (Flatworms)', it is stated: 'Nervous system: Primitive 'ladder-type' with cerebral ganglia (primitive brain).'

Hint

This is a characteristic of flatworms.

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