[Campbell Biology P.761] Which of the following statements about insect diversity is TRUE, a... | Practice Question

Which of the following statements about insect diversity is TRUE, according to the introductory and general sections of the text?

  • A: The figure depicts all 30+ orders of insects known to exist.
  • B: Wingless insects like bristletails and silverfish are considered to have evolved more recently than winged insects.
  • C: Insects with complete metamorphosis, such as beetles, undergo a nymph stage.
  • D: Hemipterans are characterized by undergoing incomplete metamorphosis, where nymphs resemble adults.

Explanation

The 'Hemiptera' section explicitly states that they 'undergo incomplete metamorphosis, as shown in this image of an adult stink bug guarding its offspring nymphs '. This implies nymphs resemble adults.