Standard Science Primary 3 Cycles

How is the life cycle of a cockroach different from the life cycle of a butterfly?

A The young of a cockroach looks like the adult.
B The cockroach has a 4-stage life cycle.
C The young of a butterfly looks like the adult.
D The butterfly has a 3-stage life cycle.
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Step 1: Cockroach cycle: Egg -> Nymph -> Adult (3 stages). Step 2: Butterfly cycle: Egg -> Larva -> Pupa -> Adult (4 stages). Step 3: Nymphs look like small adults; Larvae do not.

Correct answer: The young of a cockroach looks like the adult.

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