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Flying insects have a high metabolic rate when flying and can produce as much heat as endotherms.

a-true
b-false

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Final answer:

Flying insects do have a high metabolic rate when flying and can produce as much heat as endotherms.

Step-by-step explanation:

Insects have a high metabolic rate when flying and can produce as much heat as endotherms. This statement is true. When insects are in flight, their muscles are working at a higher intensity and speed, which leads to an increased metabolic rate. This metabolic energy is released as heat, similar to how endotherms (animals that regulate their body temperature) generate heat.

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