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Which of the following is a free living parasite?1 pointTapewormPlanariaAscarisLiver fluke

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Which of the following is a free living parasite?1 pointTapewormPlanariaAscarisLiver fluke

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Planaria is a free-living parasite.

Here's why:

  1. Tapeworm: This is not a free-living parasite. It lives in the intestines of its host and relies on the host for survival.

  2. Planaria: This is a free-living flatworm. It doesn't require a host to

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