Question
Asexual and Sexual Reproduction Quick Check
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Question
Select the statement that is true.(1 point)
Responses
Sexual reproduction requires a single parent.
Sexual reproduction requires a single parent.
Sexual reproduction produces more offspring than asexual reproduction.
Sexual reproduction produces more offspring than asexual reproduction.
Asexual reproduction is a simpler process than sexual reproduction.
Asexual reproduction is a simpler process than sexual reproduction.
Asexual reproduction occurs when two gametes fuse.
Asexual reproduction occurs when two gametes fuse.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The true statement among the options provided is:
**Asexual reproduction is a simpler process than sexual reproduction.**
Here’s a brief explanation of why the other statements are false:
- **Sexual reproduction requires a single parent.** (False: Sexual reproduction typically requires two parents.)
- **Sexual reproduction produces more offspring than asexual reproduction.** (False: Asexual reproduction often leads to more rapid population increase in favorable conditions since it does not require a mate.)
- **Asexual reproduction occurs when two gametes fuse.** (False: Asexual reproduction does not involve gametes or fusion; it involves a single organism reproducing without the need for gametes.)
**Asexual reproduction is a simpler process than sexual reproduction.**
Here’s a brief explanation of why the other statements are false:
- **Sexual reproduction requires a single parent.** (False: Sexual reproduction typically requires two parents.)
- **Sexual reproduction produces more offspring than asexual reproduction.** (False: Asexual reproduction often leads to more rapid population increase in favorable conditions since it does not require a mate.)
- **Asexual reproduction occurs when two gametes fuse.** (False: Asexual reproduction does not involve gametes or fusion; it involves a single organism reproducing without the need for gametes.)