It may be possible to genetically engineer plants to produce more seeds and fruits by
A) providing more fertilizer in the spring.
B) manipulating their gap genes.
C) altering the homeotic genes that control carpel development.
D) inducing a mutation that eliminates LEAFY gene function.
E) altering the homeotic genes that control stamen development.

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Altering the homeotic genes that control carpel development would be the best choice for genetically engineering plants to produce more seeds and fruits. Carpel development plays a critical role in fruit and seed production, and manipulating the genes that control it could lead to increased yields. The other options listed would not necessarily have a direct effect on seed and fruit production.

It May Be Possible to Genetically Engineer Plants to Produce