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A student is arguing that asexual reproduction is more beneficial for individuals because it increases their survivability and reproductive success. Which statement least supports this argument?(1 point)
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Individuals produce many offspring at once because the rate of survival of their offspring is low.
Individuals produce many offspring at once because the rate of survival of their offspring is low.

Individuals do not need to waste time and resources finding a mate.
Individuals do not need to waste time and resources finding a mate.

Individuals can reproduce quickly and proliferate at high rates.
Individuals can reproduce quickly and proliferate at high rates.

Individuals go on to reproduce again more quickly since they are not investing time in caring for offspring.
Individuals go on to reproduce again more quickly since they are not investing time in caring for offspring.
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Answer 1

The statement that least supports the argument that asexual reproduction is more beneficial for individuals because it increases their survivability and reproductive success is:

"Individuals produce many offspring at once because the rate of survival of their offspring is low."

This statement suggests that producing many offspring is a response to low survival rates, which implies that the reproductive success of asexual reproduction is compromised due to high mortality of the offspring. This contrasts with the argument of increased survivability and reproductive success.