One advantage of sexual reproduction over asexual reproduction is that it helps species to survive over long evolutionary time. This is because sexual reproduction produces
- A. more offspring in each reproductive cycle.
- B. robust and healthy offspring.
- C. genetically similar offspring.
- D. more variation in offspring. ✓
Correct Answer: D. more variation in offspring.
Explanation
Sexual reproduction mixes genetic material from two parents, leading to genetic variation which drives evolution and adaptability.
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