To accurately answer your question, I'd need to see the illustration referenced in "above." However, I can provide definitions that may help you determine the type of reproduction:
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Asexual reproduction: A process where a single organism creates offspring identical to itself without the involvement of gametes. Examples include budding, fragmentation, and vegetative propagation.
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Sexual reproduction: Involves the combination of genetic material from two parents, usually involving gametes (sperm and egg).
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Conjugation: A form of sexual reproduction found in some bacteria and protists where two organisms connect and exchange genetic material.
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Binary fission: A type of asexual reproduction seen in prokaryotes (like bacteria), where a single cell divides into two identical daughter cells.
If you can describe the illustration or provide more context, I would be happy to help you determine the correct answer among the options.