Question

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how animals reproduce
question 7
2 pts
in this process, the genetic material of two individuals is combined to produce genetically diverse offspring that differ from their parents.
○ asexual reproduction
○ none of the choices are accurate
○ oviparity
○ sexual reproduction

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Asexual reproduction involves a single parent, so offspring are genetically identical to the parent, not diverse. Eliminate this.
• "None of the choices are accurate" is incorrect as one option is correct.
• Oviparity is a type of reproduction (laying eggs) and doesn't describe the genetic combination process. Eliminate this.
• Sexual reproduction combines genetic material from two parents, resulting in genetically diverse offspring different from parents. This matches the description.

Answer:

D. sexual reproduction