Asexual vs Sexual Reproduction Practice Test

Two simplified models are shown. Reproduction type affects genetic outcomes.

Model 1 (Asexual):

Parent count: 1

Parent: ▣(light)

Offspring: ▣(light) ▣(light) ▣(light) (very similar)

Model 2 (Sexual):

Parent count: 2

Parent A: ▣(light) Parent B: ▣(dark)

Offspring: ▣(light) ▣(medium) ▣(dark) (variation)

Which claim about genetic outcomes is incorrect, based on evidence from both models?

Two simplified models show reproduction in a population. Reproduction type affects genetic outcomes.

Model A (Asexual):

Parent count: 1

Parent: ▴(long tail)

Offspring: ▴(long tail) ▴(long tail) ▴(long tail) (very similar)

Model B (Sexual):

Parent count: 2

Parent 1: ▴(long tail) Parent 2: ▴(short tail)

Offspring: ▴(medium tail) ▴(longer) ▴(shorter) (variation)

Which statement about asexual and sexual reproduction is correct, using evidence from both models?