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BIO 102 Plant Reproduction, Growth, and Development Dynamics Objective Question
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Which of the following is a primary biological consequence of sexual reproduction in higher plants?
Options
A Production of genetically identical clones
B Increase in genetic variation among offspring
Correct Answer
C Reduction in the number of required parents
D Elimination of the need for pollination
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Sexual reproduction involves genetic material from two parents, which leads to offspring that resemble but are not identical to the parents, thus increasing variation. Clonal production is a characteristic of asexual, not sexual, reproduction.

Hint

Consider why having two different parents might be advantageous for a population's diversity.

Question Info

Course: BIO 102
Topic: Plant Reproduction, Growth, and Development Dynamics
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 51 of 802
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