An advantage of asexual reproduction is that

A) asexual reproduction allows the species to endure long periods of unstable environmental conditions. B) asexual reproduction enhances genetic variability in the species. C) asexual reproduction enables the species to rapidly colonize habitats that are favorable to that species. D) asexual reproduction produces offspring that respond effectively to new pathogens. E) asexual reproduction allows a species to easily rid itself of harmful mutations.

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Gaige

24 July, 00:39

An advantage of asexual reproduction is that

A) asexual reproduction allows the species to endure long periods of unstable environmental conditions. B) asexual reproduction enhances genetic variability in the species. C) asexual reproduction enables the species to rapidly colonize habitats that are favorable to that species. D) asexual reproduction produces offspring that respond effectively to new pathogens. E) asexual reproduction allows a species to easily rid itself of harmful mutations.

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Devin Mullen · Answer 1

B) is answer

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The advantages of asexual reproduction include: the population can increase rapidly when the conditions are favourable. only one parent is needed. it is more time and energy efficient as you don't need a mate.