DIRECTIONS: Read the passage(s) given below and answer the questions that follow. Passage- The phenomenon of formation of new individuals from existing ones to increase the population is called reproduction. Reproduction can be broadly grouped into two types: asexual reproduction and sexual reproduction. The mode of reproduction in which an individual produces offspring with the help of another individual is called:
(a) sexual reproduction
(b) asexual reproduction
(c) tissue culture
(d) fertilization

Correct Answer: (a) sexual reproduction

Explanation:

 Reproduction is the biological process by which organisms give birth or give rise to a new organism. It is broadly classified into two types- asexual reproduction, and sexual reproduction.

Sexual reproduction involves the fusion of male and female gametes to form a zygote, i.e. it involves the process of fertilization. The offspring receives genetic information from both parents.