Which of the following statements is correct regarding $Periplaneta$ $americana$?

  • A
    The nervous system is located dorsally,consisting of segmentally arranged ganglia joined by a pair of longitudinal connectives.
  • B
    Males possess a pair of thread-like anal styles.
  • C
    $16$ long Malpighian tubules are present at the junction of the midgut and hindgut.
  • D
    The grinding of food is performed by the mouthparts.

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