Which of the following represents a 'taxon' for the housefly?
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Correct answer: All of these
The term 'taxon' can refer to any category in the hierarchy. For the housefly, Musca (Genus), Muscidae (Family), and Diptera (Order) are all valid taxa at their respective levels.
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