Question

why is sexual reproduction more conducive to evolution?
a. it increases genetic diversity.
b. it decreases genetic diversity.
c. it takes longer for offspring to develop.
d. it provides more parental care for young.

Explanation:

Sexual reproduction involves the combination of genetic material from two parents. This process leads to new genetic combinations in offspring. Genetic diversity is crucial for evolution as it provides the raw material (different genetic variations) upon which natural selection can act. Options B is incorrect as sexual reproduction increases, not decreases, genetic diversity. Option C about longer offspring development time has no direct relation to being more conducive to evolution. Option D about parental care is not the key reason for sexual reproduction being more conducive to evolution. The main reason is the increase in genetic diversity.

Answer:

A. It increases genetic diversity.