Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a feature of asexual reproduction?

  1. Offspring is an identical copy of the parent

  2. All the divisions are mitotic in nature

  3. It takes longer period of time than sexual reproduction

  4. It involves a single individual only
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Asexual reproduction is generally faster than sexual reproduction because it bypasses the complex processes of gamete formation, mating, and fertilization. It only requires mitotic cell division and involves a single parent. Options A, B, and D are all correct features of asexual reproduction - offspring are clones, divisions are mitotic, and only one individual is involved.

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