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How many legs does an insect have?

  • Four
  • Six
  • Eight

The answer is Six. That is part of what makes an insect.

Insect

Insects are invertebrates of the class Insecta. They are the largest group within the arthropod phylum. Insects have an exoskeleton, a three-part body, three pairs of jointed legs, compound eyes, and a pair of antennae. Insects are the most diverse group of animals, with more than a million described species; they represent more than half of all animal species.

Wikipedia · Insect