Question

The number of proglottid present in a fully developed Taenia solium may be about

• A. 150-200
• B. 200-250
• C. 800-900
• D. 1200-1300

Answer 1

The correct option is C 800-900

The body of Taenia is elongated and is called the strobila. The body is connected to the scolex with the help of a neck. The strobila is divided into many segments called proglottids. These proglottids are about 800 to 900 in number. Body growth starts from the neck region. The proglottids which are present at the posterior end will be the earliest.

Thus, the correct answer is option C.