Question

which of these best describes the primary goal of meiosis?
a the nucleus is divided without mutation.
b a single cell divides into two daughter cells.
c all chromosomes are replicated and passed on to the daughter cells.
d daughter cells are produced with only half the chromosomes of the parent cell.

Explanation:

Meiosis is a type of cell division for sexual reproduction. Its key goal is to produce gametes (sperm/egg) with half the parent cell's chromosome number (haploid), enabling fertilization to restore the diploid number. Option A is incorrect (mutation is not the focus), B describes mitosis (2 daughter cells), C is common to both mitosis and meiosis but not the primary goal of meiosis.

Answer:

D. Daughter cells are produced with only half the chromosomes of the parent cell.