An Advantage of Asexual Reproduction Is That It ________

question 48

Multiple Choice

An advantage of asexual reproduction is that it ________.

• A) allows the species to endure long periods of unstable environmental conditions
• B) enhances genetic variability in the species
• C) enables the species to flourish in stable habitats that are favorable to that species
• D) produces offspring that respond effectively to new pathogens
• E) allows a species to easily rid itself of harmful mutations

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Definitions:

Human Cloning

The process of creating a genetically identical copy of a human being or specific cells or tissues.

Procreation

The process of generating offspring or reproducing, typically referring to human reproduction.

Social Identity

An individual's sense of belonging to particular social groups, which influences their behaviors, values, and perceptions of self.

Compensated Surrogacy

An arrangement in which a woman agrees to become pregnant and carry a pregnancy for another person or couple, who will become the child's parent(s) after birth, in exchange for compensation.