Which is a disadvantage associated with asexual reproduction? (multiple choice -
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Which is a disadvantage associated with asexual reproduction? (multiple choice - only one correct answer)
Decreased genetic diversity relative to sexual reproduction.
Increased recombination rate relative to sexual reproduction.
Excessive numbers of offspring relative to sexual reproduction.
Excessive diversity of offspring phenotypes
a.Decreased genetic diversity relative to sexual reproduction.
b.Increased recombination rate relative to sexual reproduction.
c.Excessive numbers of offspring relative to sexual reproduction.
d.Excessive diversity of offspring phenotypes
Explanation / Answer
The answer is a (decreased genetic diversity relative to sexual reproduction).As in asexual reproduction there is absence of genetic material exchange because only one parent is required to produce offspring.
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