Why Might a Cell Undergo Meiosis Rather Than Mitosis

question 11

Multiple Choice

Why might a cell undergo meiosis rather than mitosis?

• A) Diploid gametes are effective for asexual reproduction.
• B) Haploid gametes can be genetically diverse.
• C) Meiosis protects against mutations during reproduction.
• D) It is more efficient to perform meiosis than mitosis.
• E) Cells that perform meiosis can out- compete cells that perform mitosis.

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