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BIO 102 Plant Reproduction, Growth, and Development Objective Question

Question

What is the primary genetic outcome of sexual reproduction in higher plants?
Options
A Identical clones of the parent
B Decreased adaptability
C Increased variation among offspring
Correct Answer
D Elimination of recessive traits
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The sources state that sexual reproduction is a process that increases variation among offspring because they have two parents and are not identical to them.

Hint

Think about why offspring look different from their parents.

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