Which of the Following Statements About Scorpions is True

Question

Which of the following statements about scorpions is true?
A)All scorpions lay eggs.
B)Cannibalism of the young occurs frequently in captivity.
C)A clutch typically contains between five and ten young.
D)Both parents care for the young.

Accepted Answer

Cannibalism of the young occurs frequently in captivity, whereas in the wild, the mother usually protects her young until they are able to survive on their own. Option A is incorrect, as not all scorpions lay eggs; some give birth to live young. Option C is incorrect because the number of young in a clutch can vary, with some species producing over 30. Option D is incorrect because scorpions are not known to exhibit parental care.