Chemical inhibitors of hormone synthesis or signaling are powerful tools that yield invaluable information about hormone function.  Triadimefon, propiconazole, and spironolactone are just a few of the compounds identified to inhibit the function of brassinosteroids (BR). Which of the following are probable physiological effects due to the inhibition of BR? Check all that apply.

A. reduced xylem and phloem differentiation
B. rapid aging
C. increased stem length
D. reduced mitotic activity


Answer: D

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