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A scientist is studying two types of worms. Worm X has DNA identical to its parent. Worm Y has a combination of DNA from two parents. The scientist determines that one of the worms has a survival advantage over the other worm.

A
Worm X reproduces asexually, which gives it genetic variation.
B
Worm Y reproduces sexually, which gives it genetic variation.
C
Worm Y reproduces asexually, which gives it more DNA.
D
Worm X reproduces sexually, which gives it more DNA.
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Which of the following are forms of asexual reproduction? Select three options.zygote formationbinary fissionfertilizationfragmentationsporulation

A
zygote formation
B
binary fission
C
fertilization
D
fragmentation
E
sporulation
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What reproductive process do bacteria use by forming two identical cells from one parent cell?

A
binary fission
B
fragmentation
C
vegetative propagation
D
fertilization
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What is required for sexual reproduction to occur?

A
an individual that produces sperm and an individual that produces eggs
B
an individual that produces sperm and an individual that produces spores
C
an individual that produces buds and an individual that produces spores
D
an individual that produces buds and an individual that produces eggs
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What are the main differences between asexual reproduction and sexual reproduction?

A
Asexual reproduction requires two parents and produces non-identical offspring, while sexual reproduction requires only one parent and produces identical offspring.
B
Asexual reproduction requires two parents and produces identical offspring, while sexual reproduction requires only one parent and produces non-identical offspring.
C
Asexual reproduction requires only one parent and produces identical offspring, while sexual reproduction requires two parents and produces non-identical offspring.
D
Asexual reproduction requires only one parent and produces non-identical offspring, while sexual reproduction requires two parents and produces identical offspring.

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