Which claim is an evolutionary advantage of asexual reproduction over sexual reproduction? a Asexual reproduction can produce a variety of individuals. b Asexual reproduction can increase the population in a very short amount of time. c Asexual reproduction requires many more steps than sexual reproduction. d Asexual reproduction requires only meiosis.

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The correct claim that represents an evolutionary advantage of asexual reproduction over sexual reproduction is:

b Asexual reproduction can increase the population in a very short amount of time.

Asexual reproduction allows for rapid population growth since an organism can produce offspring without the need for a mate, leading to faster reproduction rates. In contrast, sexual reproduction typically involves more complex processes and requires the interaction of two individuals.