How would an earthworm stretch its body to reach a patch of dirt after crossing a hot sidewalk?
A)Contraction of the circular muscles
B)Contraction of the longitudinal muscles
C)Relaxing the chaetae (setae)
D)Pulling on the chaetae (setae)

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Earthworms stretch their bodies by contracting their circular muscles, which elongates their body segments and allows them to reach forward.

How Would an Earthworm Stretch Its Body to Reach a Patch