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 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.

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

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

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 although many offspring are produced, their low survival rate could counteract the benefits of asexual reproduction, potentially undermining the argument that it leads to increased reproductive success.