Question

1. when a cutting from a plant sprouts roots and yields a new, independent plant, what process has occurred?

recombination
asexual reproduction
sexual reproduction
self - fertilization

Explanation:

Asexual reproduction is a mode of reproduction that does not involve the fusion of gametes. In this case, a cutting (a part of the plant) develops into a new independent plant. This is a form of vegetative propagation, which is a type of asexual reproduction. Recombination involves the exchange of genetic material (not relevant here). Sexual reproduction requires the union of gametes (not the case with a cutting). Self - fertilization is a type of sexual reproduction (involving gametes from the same individual), so it is also incorrect.

Answer:

Asexual reproduction