Which of these is a disadvantage of asexual reproduction?
A) only half of the parent's genes are passed on to offspring
B) less genetic diversity in offspring
C) more rapid reproductive rate
D) none of these are disadvantages of asexual reproduction
E) all of these are disadvantages of asexual reproduction

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A disadvantage of asexual reproduction is that it results in less genetic diversity in offspring because only one parent is involved in the process, meaning that there is no recombination of genetic material from two different individuals.

Which of These Is a Disadvantage of Asexual Reproduction