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Question: Which best describes the inputs and outputs of mitosis in a multicellular organism? (1 point)

Answer Choices:

( ) Input: A single cell ready to divide Output: Two daughter cells that are genetically identical to the parent cell and each other.

( ) Input: A stem cell in the growth phase Output: Specialized cells, like neurons or kidney cells

( ) Input: Genetic material as DNA Output: Diverse cell types arising from differentiation after division.

( ) Input: Chromosomes lined up at the metaphase plate. Output: Cells performing different functions.

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Answer: The first choice.

Reason: Mitosis takes one parent cell and divides it to produce two genetically identical daughter cells (used for growth and repair), so Input: a single cell ready to divide → Output: two genetically identical daughter cells.