Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of asexual reproduction in the material?

• A. Sexual reproduction
• B. Binary fission
• C. Budding
• D. Spore production

Answer: (A)

Asexual reproduction involves a single parent producing offspring without fertilization, so the offspring are typically genetically similar to the parent. In the material, binary fission, budding, and spore production are listed as examples of asexual reproduction. Sexual reproduction, by contrast, requires two gametes and genetic recombination, resulting in offspring with mixture of genetic material. Because it is not a method of asexual reproduction, sexual reproduction is the option not listed in the material.