Why Does Sexual Reproduction Produce More Genetic Variability in a Population

question 69

Multiple Choice

Why does sexual reproduction produce more genetic variability in a population?

• A)Offspring are genetically identical to one parent
• B)During sex, adults can exchange genetic material thus increasing their variability
• C)Organisms arising from sexual reproduction can change their genetic material in response to environmental changes
• D)Sexually reproducing organisms mutate more rapidly than asexually reproducing organisms
• E)Offspring are a genetic mix of both parents

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