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Which of the following statements is true regarding locomotion in annelids?

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They use jointed appendages for movement They move using muscular contraction and setae Correct They have specialized wings for flying They rely solely on cilia for movement

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Annelids move by contracting longitudinal and circular muscles along with the help of setae (bristles) for traction.

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