Question

Some redwood trees reproduce both sexually and asexually. Once a tree reaches maturity, it can reproduce with another tree through pollination and fertilization. The tree then disperses thousands of seeds so that some of them might take root. However, a tree can also reproduce asexually. If it falls down, several smaller trees can sprout from its trunk without the need of fertilization. Why is it advantageous for a redwood to reproduce sexually when it could reproduce asexually instead?

A. It increases the genetic diversity of the tree's offspring.
B. It increases the energy needed to reproduce.
C. It reduces the need to find a mate.
D. It decreases the time needed to reproduce.

Answer 1

D

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Answer 2

A

Step-by-step explanation:

Reproducing with a partner will let their genes mix producing genetically diverse offspring. The other ones are benefits of asexual reproduction or cons of sexual reproduction.