How are the xylem and phloem arranged in a eudicot root? A. the xylem is at the center of the root, surrounded by several phloems B. eudicots do not have xylem and phloem in the roots C. the xylem is at the periphery of the root, whereas the phloem is in the center of the root D. xylem and phloem are arranged in rings in the periphery of the root Solution Answer: A. the xylem is at the center of the root, surrounded by several phloems Explanation: Monocot roots, interestingly, have their vascular bundles arranged in a ring. Dicot roots have their xylem in the center of the root and phloem outside the xylem. A carrot is an example of a dicot root..