What Is the Purpose of Self-Incompatibility in Flowers

question 36

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of self-incompatibility in flowers?

• A) It prevents both self-fertilization and self-pollination.
• B) It prevents self-pollination but not self-fertilization.
• C) It prevents self-fertilization but not self-pollination.
• D) It prevents self-fertilization and occasionally prevents self-pollination.

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Definitions:

Unreasonable Request

A demand made that is not grounded in logic or fairness, often placing undue burden on others.

Door-In-The-Face Technique

A persuasion strategy where a large, unreasonable request is made first with the expectation it will be refused, followed by a smaller, more reasonable request.

Miniature Goat

A small breed of goat kept as a pet or for milk production, characterized by its significantly smaller size compared to standard goat breeds.

Door-In-The-Face Technique

A persuasion strategy whereby a large, unreasonable request is made first with the expectation of being refused, followed by a smaller, more reasonable request.