As land plants evolved, the sporophyte generation became larger and less dependent on the gametophyte generation.Which statement provides an accurate example of this trend?

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This statement accurately describes the trend of larger and less dependent sporophytes over time. Moss sporophytes are small and rely heavily on their gametophyte for nutrition, while fern sporophytes are large and can function independently. This demonstrates how land plants have evolved to become less reliant on their gametophyte generation.

As Land Plants Evolved, the Sporophyte Generation Became Larger and Less