Multiple choice

Which of the following options 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 finding a mate, courtship, and the slower process of meiosis and fertilization. All other options ARE features of asexual reproduction: offspring are clones (A), divisions are mitotic (B), and only one individual is needed (D).

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