Question

a researcher investigates a recently discovered species of plant. the plant has vascular tissues and exhibits a sporophyte and a gametophyte generation, but lacks seeds. how should the researcher classify the plant?
a gymnosperm
b bryophyte
c pteridophyte
d angiosperm

Explanation:

• Bryophytes (B): Lack vascular tissues.
• Gymnosperms (A): Have seeds.
• Angiosperms (D): Have seeds and flowers.
• Pteridophytes (C): Have vascular tissues, a sporophyte - gametophyte generation, and lack seeds.

Answer:

C. pteridophyte