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A class of biology students is having a discussion about asexual reproduction.



Allison claims that asexual reproduction is advantageous due to the ability to increase resistance to diseases.
Benjamin claims that asexual reproduction is advantageous due to the genetic diversity it can contribute to a species.
Carlton claims that asexual reproduction is advantageous due to the survival advantage and adaptability it brings to a population.
Dante claims that asexual reproduction is advantageous due to the rapid population growth it can allow for during favorable conditions.


Which student's claim about asexual reproduction is correct?



A.
Allison because asexual reproduction can increase the genes in a gene pool, which can lead to disease resistance.

B.
Benjamin because asexual reproduction uses chromosomal crossover, which leads to variation in a population.

C.
Carlton because asexual reproduction passes down the same genetic information from parent to offspring.

D.
Dante because asexual reproduction doesn't require two parents.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
Answer: D

Explanation: Asexual reproduction doesn't require two parents, so individuals can reproduce quickly and numbers can increase rapidly under favorable conditions. Allison and Benjamin are incorrect because asexual reproduction generally reduces genetic diversity and disease resistance (it doesn't use crossover); Carlton's claim about increased adaptability is incorrect for the same reason.