How is sexual reproduction an advantage over asexual reproduction?

Question

a
Mitosis results in identical DNA in two new cells.
b
Meiosis results in harmful mutations in four new cells.
c
The formation of gametes in mitosis allows for genetic variation.
d
The formation of gametes in meiosis allows for genetic variation.

Answer 1

d
The formation of gametes in meiosis allows for genetic variation.