Question

What is the primary importance of mitosis in multicellular organisms? (1 point)

Responses
( ) To reduce the number of chromosomes by half

( ) To aid in growth and repair of tissues and cells

( ) To produce gametes

( ) To assist in the breakdown of glucose

Answer 1

( ) To reduce the number of chromosomes by half

(X) To aid in growth and repair of tissues and cells

( ) To produce gametes

( ) To assist in the breakdown of glucose