Question

"Do you recognize this insect? Chances are you do. It's a ladybug (also called a ""ladybird"" or ""lady beetle"").

Most people know what a ladybug looks like. Their red wings and small black spots are easy to remember. And if you forget, it's usually not long until you are reminded. Did you know there are more than 5,000 species found all around the world?
Most people think ladybugs are good insects and do not mind having them around. They are nice to look at. Plus they eat pests in gardens, agricultural fields, and orchards. Some species of ladybugs, however, are not so welcome. The Epilachninae species is one of them. Unlike most ladybugs, Epilachninae do not feed on pests. Instead, they feed on plants. Epilachninae can have a devastating effect on farms that grow grain, potatoes, beans, and other crops."
Which of the following statements about ladybugs is true based on the passage?

A) Ladybugs are typically red with small black spots on their wings.
B) There are over 5,000 species of ladybugs found worldwide.
C) All species of ladybugs are beneficial for gardens, agricultural fields, and orchards.
D) The Epilachninae species of ladybugs primarily feed on pests in farms.

Answer 1

True statement based on the passage is that there are over 5,000 species of ladybugs found worldwide.

Step-by-step explanation:

Based on the passage provided, statement B is true: There are over 5,000 species of ladybugs found worldwide. Ladybugs, also known as ladybird beetles, are very diverse insects and while many species are indeed beneficial to gardens and farms due to their appetite for pests, some species, such as the Epilachninae, are not considered beneficial as they feed on plants. The passage clearly states that most ladybugs have red wings with black spots and are beneficial because they consume pests, but it specifically mentions the exception of the Epilachninae species, which feeds on plants and can be harmful to crops.