Which statement about asexual reproduction is true?

a. The advantage of asexual reproduction is that it results in new gene combinations.
b. Two parents are required for successful asexual reproduction.
c. The process of meiosis takes place in the parent and results in four haploid cells.
d. The offspring of asexual reproduction are genetically identical to the parent.
e. Asexual reproduction requires the fusion of two haploid gametes.


D

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