Which of the following types of reproduction is associated with the most genetic variation among offspring?

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Sexual reproduction involves the fusion of gametes (sperm and egg), resulting in the mixing of genetic material from two different individuals. This process creates offspring with new combinations of genetic traits, leading to genetic variation among offspring. Asexual reproduction, such as binary fission and budding, produces offspring that are genetically identical to the parent, resulting in no genetic variation among offspring.

Which of the Following Types of Reproduction Is Associated with the Most