Question

which statement accurately describes asexual reproduction?
it always involves two parents.
it is the type of reproduction most common to animals.
it produces genetically different offspring.
it produces offspring that are genetically identical to the parent.

Explanation:

Asexual reproduction only requires one parent, no genetic recombination occurs, so offspring inherit the exact genetic material of the single parent. Sexual reproduction is the most common in animals, involves two parents, and creates genetically distinct offspring.

Answer:

D. It produces offspring that are genetically identical to the parent.