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How does mitotic cell division contribute to multicellular organism growth? (1 point)

It increases the number of cells, contributing directly to the size and mass of an organism.

O It reduces the number of cells by dividing, allowing for more efficient resource use.

O It produces cells with different genetic codes, so the organism can better adapt to environmental changes.

O It alters the genetic materials in the cells, increasing diversity within tissues of the organism.

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It increases the number of cells, contributing directly to the size and mass of an organism.

Explanation: Mitosis produces genetically identical daughter cells, increasing cell number for growth, tissue maintenance, and repair.