Question

question 40(multiple choice worth 2 points) (03 05 mc) some organisms can reproduce both sexually and asexually. which of the following is a long - term consequence of undergoing asexual reproduction? o fewer mutations than if the organism reproduced sexually o fewer natural predators than if the organism reproduced sexually o less genetic variation than if the organism reproduced sexually o less reproductive success than if the organism reproduced sexually

Explanation:

Sexual reproduction involves the combination of genetic material from two parents, leading to greater genetic variation. Asexual reproduction produces offspring that are genetically identical to the parent. Long - term consequences of asexual reproduction include less genetic variation, which can limit the ability of a population to adapt to changing environments.

Answer:

B. Less genetic variation than if the organism reproduced sexually