Which statement correctly matches an invertebrate or vertebrate?

Which statement correctly matches an invertebrate or vertebrate?

• A. Jellyfish is a Vertebrate
• B. Goldfish is an Invertebrate
• C. Jellyfish is an Invertebrate
• D. Falcons are Mammals

Answer: (C)

Understanding the difference between invertebrates and vertebrates comes down to having a backbone. Vertebrates have a spinal column, while invertebrates do not. Jellyfish lack a backbone and bones, so they are invertebrates. Goldfish have a backbone, making them vertebrates. Falcons are birds, which are also vertebrates (not mammals). So the statement that jellyfish are invertebrates is the correct match.

Understanding the difference between invertebrates and vertebrates comes down to having a backbone. Vertebrates have a spinal column, while invertebrates do not. Jellyfish lack a backbone and bones, so they are invertebrates. Goldfish have a backbone, making them vertebrates. Falcons are birds, which are also vertebrates (not mammals). So the statement that jellyfish are invertebrates is the correct match.