Loss-of-function mutation in an insulin-like receptor (InR)in Drosophila reduces egg production and extends life,thereby linking the rate of reproduction to longevity.

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The statement describes a true finding in a study of Drosophila where a loss-of-function mutation in the insulin-like receptor (InR) reduced egg production and extended life, indicating a link between reproduction and longevity.

Loss-Of-Function Mutation in an Insulin-Like Receptor (InR)in Drosophila Reduces Egg