A student is arguing that asexual reproduction is more beneficial for individuals because it increases their survivability and reproductive success. Which statement least supports this argument?(1 point)

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Individuals go on to reproduce again more quickly since they are not investing time in caring for offspring.
Individuals go on to reproduce again more quickly since they are not investing time in caring for offspring.

Individuals do not need to waste time and resources finding a mate.
Individuals do not need to waste time and resources finding a mate.

Individuals produce many offspring at once because the rate of survival of their offspring is low.
Individuals produce many offspring at once because the rate of survival of their offspring is low.

Individuals can reproduce quickly and proliferate at high rates.

Answer 1

The statement that least supports the argument that asexual reproduction is more beneficial for individuals because it increases their survivability and reproductive success is:

"Individuals produce many offspring at once because the rate of survival of their offspring is low."

This statement suggests that the high rate of offspring production is a response to low survival rates, which implies that asexual reproduction might not be as beneficial since the offspring may not survive well. This contrasts with the idea that asexual reproduction inherently leads to improved survivability and reproductive success.