The Major Drawback of Asexual Reproduction Is That It

question 163

Multiple Choice

The major drawback of asexual reproduction is that it

• A) takes a great deal of time.
• B) generates variation.
• C) prevents change.
• D) requires cytokinesis.
• E) produces less variation among offspring than does sexual reproduction.

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