Question

The diagrams show two methods of reproduction in corn.



Which claim is best supported by the diagrams?
A.
Asexual reproduction requires more energy.

B.
Sexual reproduction leads to greater variety.

C.
Asexual reproduction produces fewer offspring.

D.
Sexual reproduction results in identical offspring.

Answer 1

B. Sexual reproduction leads to greater variety.

Explanation: The sexual method shows mixing of pollen and ovule (two parents) producing seeds with varied traits, while the asexual method produces offspring identical to the parent, so sexual reproduction increases genetic variety.