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A serious pest of sweet potato whose larvae destroy the foliage is

A serious pest of sweet potato whose larvae destroy the foliage is
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  • A Leaf miners
  • B Weevils
  • C Mealy bugs
  • D Aphids.
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Leaf miners are a serious pest of sweet potato because their larvae burrow into the leaves and feed on the internal tissue, destroying the foliage and reducing the plant's photosynthetic capacity. This directly affects the plant's growth and the yield of the sweet potato crop.

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