Specialization can be both limiting and beneficial. How would a plant species benefit from a pollinator that only visits the flowers of that plant species?(1 point)

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the flowers always having a pollinator
the flowers always having a pollinator

less competition for pollinators within the species
less competition for pollinators within the species

decreased self-fertilization, allowing for greater genetic variation
decreased self-fertilization, allowing for greater genetic variation

less competition for pollinators with other species

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A plant species can benefit from a pollinator that only visits the flowers of that plant species primarily through decreased self-fertilization, allowing for greater genetic variation. When a plant relies on a specific pollinator, it encourages cross-pollination, which can enhance genetic diversity and improve the overall health and adaptability of the plant population.