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.

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

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

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.